Practice seminar discussion: the politics of consumption Week 9 Practice seminar discussion: the politics of consumption

What makes a good and inclusive discussion?

roles Chair – make sure everyone has their turn, encourage, keep time, field questions Introducer – discuss the historical context Experts on the primary sources Anyone spare? – discuss the secondary reading Concluder scribe

What issues should be discussed in relation to: A) secondary sources B) primary sources?

Marking criteria Content (75%) Knowledge of the texts is clearly demonstrated.  Critical perspectives are relevantly and helpfully  integrated into the discussion of the texts. Language  (15%) Responding and critiquing Formulating relevant questions Asking for clarity Inclusivity skills (10%) Eliciting , encouraging, acknowledging Checking understanding of the group

Groups for week 12 assessed discussion – each group to choose a different topic and sources