Buzz Group

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Buzz Group

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What is buzz group?

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It is an active learning technique to brainstorm ideas in a small group of 2-3 students  [Note: It is also possible for a medium size group of 4-6 students]

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It is suitable for students to generate ideas in a short time as much as they could

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Do you know why it is called buzz group?

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The activity would produce buzzing sound when many people talk simultaneously 

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How to implement buzz group?

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Form a small group of 2-3 students (highly recommended for better group control)                                             

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Give them a question/topic to discuss                                              

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They have to come out with as many ideas/responses in a short period of time                 

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When to use buzz group

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When you want students to ... 

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Generate as many ideas in a short period of time

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Quickly discuss and decide on certain ideas that they agree on 

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Also if you want your students to ...

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Discuss and agree on specific or precise information/solution 

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What is the main  difference between Think-Pair-Share and Buzz Group?

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Think-Pair-Share

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Students have to think or complete a task individually first

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Buzz Group

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Students can discuss together without having to think or complete a task individually first

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Similarity?

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Both (Think-Pair-Share and Buzz Group) involves a small group of students and can be done in a short period of time 

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How to conduct online buzz group?

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You can use platforms such as Jamboard or Padlet and such or Breakout room in WebEx or Google Meet or Zoom

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Give students a question

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Set a time for discussion

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Need more information?

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References

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Brewer, E. W. (1997) 13 Proven Ways to Get Your Message Across: The Essential Reference for Teachers, Trainers,  Presenters, and Speakers, California: Corwin https://kstoolkit.org/buzz-groups https://dms.nasc.org.np/sites/default/files/documents/ Buzz%20Group%20Method%20(PPP).pdf

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All the best!