Mantle of the Expert

In Mantle of the Expert, the teacher will put students in groups (usually in groups of 4 or 5). The teacher will reveal an issue or topic (usually a controversial issue) that will be discussed and then assign each group a role or field in which they are experts. The students will come up of several points to address the issue/topic and then present it to the rest of the class. One possibility is to do a 'town hall meeting' type of presentation where the group of experts will come to the front of the classroom and share their opinions, thoughts, ideas, etc. After the group presents their points, the rest of the students can ask questions or comments. Don't forget to remind the students to be kind to one another!