Part 1: Introducing the session

This section outlines ways in which the topic and learning outcomes associated with each DIY Learn study session can be integrated into the introduction to the session. The introduction:

• summarises the purpose of the session
• highlights some of the key concepts and principles that students will be exploring.

When thinking about how to integrate the topic, key terms and learning outcomes into a session, consider the following ideas:

• Spend five to ten minutes introducing the session.
• Write the topic on the board for students to see. Ask the group why they think this topic is important. Suggest students read the introduction section of the study session before they answer to help them to think about why it is important.
• You could ask a few quick starter questions to stimulate discussion and get students to think about their background knowledge of the topic.
• Write any key terms and/or learning outcomes on the board for the group to see and keep them visible throughout the session. As the session progresses, cross them out or tick them off when they have been covered.