What is a Study Circle

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Author: Gemma E. Walker
Date: Tue, 01 Oct 1996 00:00

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WHAT IS A STUDY CIRCLE?

A dozen people or so comfortably seated around a living room or meeting
room, one speaking, several others looking like they would like to make 
a point, skimming an article, scanning the group and others listen 
attentively while someone makes a point.
They meet several times to discuss various choices of society or discuss
what choices their organization might make concerning a social or political
issue.  It involves lively focused discussions. It is a well-tested, practical
and effective method for adult learning and social change.
All participants has an equal opportunity to participate, it belongs to 
participants, members set the agenda. No one is an expert but  rather gets a
deeper understanding and judgement by focusing on the values that underlie
opinions.
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This quarter here on Campus there will be a study circle on Racism,
starting this week is the introductory session. We would welcome individuals
who would like to participate.
Since our topic is dealing with multiculturism and diversity no one is
excluded. As a matter of fact we would like the group to be made up
of people of many backgrounds, so participants can learn of other
member's experiences.

Please call 292-8782 for more info or to get involved.

Re: What is a Study Circle

#34

Author: trn102
Date: Fri, 04 Oct 1996 00:00

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Gemma E. Walker wrote:
> 
> WHAT IS A STUDY CIRCLE?
> 
> A dozen people or so comfortably seated around a living room or meeting
> room, one speaking, several others looking like they would like to make
> a point, skimming an article, scanning the group and others listen
> attentively while someone makes a point.
> They meet several times to discuss various choices of society or discuss
> what choices their organization might make concerning a social or political
> issue.  It involves lively focused discussions. It is a well-tested, practical
> and effective method for adult learning and social change.
> All participants has an equal opportunity to participate, it belongs to
> participants, members set the agenda. No one is an expert but  rather gets a
> deeper understanding and judgement by focusing on the values that underlie
> opinions.
> ****************
> This quarter here on Campus there will be a study circle on Racism,
> starting this week is the introductory session. We would welcome individuals
> who would like to participate.
> Since our topic is dealing with multiculturism and diversity no one is
> excluded. As a matter of fact we would like the group to be made up
> of people of many backgrounds, so participants can learn of other
> member's experiences.
> 
> Please call 292-8782 for more info or to get involved.
> 
> This is a test

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