The Procedure of Buzz Groups Technique The Objectives of Buzz Groups Technique

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2. The Procedure of Buzz Groups Technique

In Buzz Group technique the core of the class activity is the group task, the procedure of buzz groups technique is as follows: 1 Teacher divides the class into groups that consist of four to six students per sub group buzz group. 2 Every buzz group chooses a leader and a recorder. The leaders keep the discussions going and later report the groups‟ ideas to the class and the recorders list their groups‟ responses during the discussion. 3 Teacher distibutes reading text for each group and asks all of the groups to discuss the content of the text. 4 Teacher assigns each group worksheet that relates to the text. The teacher asks all the groups to do all of the task on the worksheet. 5 Teacher gives the groups a set amount of time to discuss the task on the worksheet. Make sure that students stay on task. Teacher will alert students one or two minutes before they are to finish. 6 Teacher asks the students to return to whole class discussion. 7 Teacher invites each group leader to present the ideas generated from the group‟s discussion. 8 Teacher asks another groups to give feedback and share their different ideas. 9 Teacher and all of the students summarize the presentations, making sure that the topic has been discussed sufficiently. Teacher has to ensure that learners understand how their discussions relate to the principles of teachinghttp:lds.orgpaprimaryprogramCSMP_2007_20FilestngcPa ges161_162.pdf.

3. The Objectives of Buzz Groups Technique

Cameron in his journal “ Active Learning” says that there are some objectives of using Buzz Groups technique. They are: commit to user a. Allow clarification of unclear points in the lesson Small group discussions allow students to clarify points for each other and group reports indicate what needs further explanation by the teacher. b. Give the teacher feedback on students‟ understanding of a topic. c. Give students time to consolidate and clarify learning and understanding that has taken place earlier in the lesson. d. Provide an opportunity for lesson material to be applied to a situation or problem that is particularly relevant to students. e. Encourage reticent students to put their ideas into works. f. Foster a cohesive class spirit through the exchange of ideas.

4. The Advantages and Disadvantages of Buzz Groups Technique

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