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Student-Led.

Teacher-Facilitated.

In a traditional Harkness discussion, 12 students sit at an oval table with a teacher acting as facilitator. Students come prepared, having read a primary source, an article, or a work of literature, and drive the conversation themselves.

The teacher monitors participation, tracks dialogue, and watches body language. A great Harkness discussion needs little to no direction from the teacher.