"Magic Talk"

In class we used the technique “magic talk.” This was a new experience for me that I had never heard of before and obviously had never done before either. I really liked this technique and can see why it would be so useful in the classroom. I liked it for a few different reasons. It is a great way to allow students to think about their reaction(s) to a statement and then write their response. It also means that this student will not only be tied to what he or she said because they have written it on the board. I also liked this method because ever student would get a chance to think up and write up their opinion without having to raise his or her hand and wait to be called on. This technique is also great for those who do not like to speak out very often or maybe can’t speak.

This activity was definitely challenging for me. I felt like there were at times multiple discussions and thoughts being put on the board. I see this as a positive aspect of the activity but it was challenging for me to keep up. I also was consumed with what everyone was writing and really thinking about what they were writing about and how it related to the statement on the board. I have always been a visual leaner and I thought this activity was great for those who are more visual. I can definitely see myself using this in my classroom. It is great because it can be used at all ages and grades!