Any means of lightening the tension and making the class feel at ease, especially on the first day is propbably very helpful as long as it doesn't dominate the time or put anyone in further uneasiness. If the "ice breaker" could rub anyone the wrong or possibly offend, then one want to reconsider their approach.
Hi Faith,
Isn't amazing how just a little activity like an ice breaker can help some many students to settle in and get off to a good start in class?
What kind of ice breakers do you use? What are some of the successes you have had with using these ice breakers?
Gary
Ice breakers are a great way to start a class. Students don't even realize they're learning something. I like to use current events, something they had to read, listen or watch the night before or the prior to coming to class so they can answer.
