Have students explain their model to their group, particularly how each method means the same but might be more appropriate in certain situations. This can be done in small, medium and large groups, and also allows students to improve communication skills.

6. On a given worksheet, allow students to peer assess their performance, then meet and discuss the results and ways to improve. By reviewing other student's performance, sometimes the individual weaknesses one student may have are mitigated. This changes the way students often approach a problem, as well as engendering empathy skills.

7. Think-Pair- Share -- at the think stage, instructor asks a question and asks students to think about it for a few minutes, writing notes, etc. If needed. Then students pair up to discuss their approach to the problem; finally, students share with the class in a communications interaction activity. The sharing and pairing often provide differing...
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