The poem class discussion is a very important and beautiful poem by Gervase Phinn. The poem moves around a school classroom and the little girl Jane.
In the class discussion Jane, you hardly said a word.
We all aired our opinions but from you, we barely heard.
Summary: In the first two lines of the poem, in which the poet brings to our notice a classroom where the teacher is having a discussion with the children. All the children seem to participate and share their views except a little girl Jane. The teacher is asking Jane the reason for her quietness.
You sat and stared in silence surrounded by the chatter,
Now tell me, Jane,
and please be plain,
is there anything the matter?"
Summary: The next few lines of the poem say that the teacher shows her concern towards Jane. She asked Jane to open up and say what the matter is. Jane was sitting quietly without even uttering a sound which attracted the teacher’s attention. The teacher wanted Jane to give a very clear reply.
Jane looked up and then she spoke,
Her voice was clear and low:
"There are many people in this world
Who are rather quiet you know!"
Summary: The last few lines of the poem are Jane’s reply to the teacher. Her nature and characteristic is highlighted in these lines. She had a low but a clear voice. She took stand for all that person who prefer to be quiet. Every single person in this world is different in every way, someone likes to open up, someone likes to keep it within themselves. Everyone should be given their space and respect.
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1. What is the importance of class discussions in learning? |
2. How can class discussions benefit students' learning outcomes? |
3. How can teachers facilitate effective class discussions? |
4. What challenges can arise during class discussions and how can they be addressed? |
5. How can technology be integrated into class discussions? |
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