Lots of TAs lead discussions, tutorials, or labs — all types of classroom activities designed to get students into smaller groups, to get them talking, interacting with material, learning from each other and from you.
However, it can be difficult to get students to begin. They might be unprepared, shy, afraid, confused…but it’s part of your job to get them started.
What tips would you give to a new teaching assistant who is about to lead for the first time? What has worked for you?
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