What does it take to be in the North East?

 Getting teachers into the NORTH WEST takes 

'Strong relationships and discursive interactions'

Discursive interaction refers to a type of communication where participants explore ideas, question each other, clarify thinking, and build understanding together—rather than just receiving or giving information. It’s common in classrooms where the focus is on collaborative learning and critical thinking.

Key Features of Discursive Interaction:

• Open-ended questions: Encourage discussion and different viewpoints.

• Back-and-forth dialogue: Students and teachers exchange ideas, not just one-way speaking.

• Clarifying and challenging ideas: “Why do you think that?” or “Can you explain more?”

• Using evidence or reasoning: Students support their answers with examples or logic.

• Collaborative meaning-making: Everyone contributes to deeper understanding