Preparation
01 · Select the topic
- Example: If the topic is "Sustainability," the subtopics could be: Renewable energy. Waste reduction. Water conservation. Sustainability policies.
- Renewable energy.
- Waste reduction.
- Water conservation.
- Sustainability policies.
02 · Prepare resources
03 · Form groups
- Alternative: For smaller groups, assign one subtopic to each individual.
Step-by-step instructions
1
Introduce the purpose
- Explain the goal of the Learning Puzzle: for each participant to become an expert on their subtopic and share their knowledge with others.
- Emphasize the importance of each participant's role in the group's collective learning.
2
Individual or group study
- Allow time for each team or individual to study their subtopic using the provided resources.
- Encourage participants to take notes and think about how they will present their part to the rest of the group.
3
Preparation to teach
- Help teams structure their presentation or activity to teach their subtopic.
- They can use tools like mind maps, charts, or practical examples.
4
Share knowledge
- Each team or individual teaches their subtopic to the rest of the group in a clear and concise way.
- Encourage questions and discussions after each presentation to ensure understanding.
5
Connection and synthesis
- After all subtopics have been presented, reflect with the group on how they are interconnected.
- You can use visual tools like a collective concept map to organize ideas.
6
Closing and evaluation
- Summarize the key learnings and benefits of the collaborative approach.
- Invite participants to reflect on how they felt teaching and learning from the group.
Materials
Topic-specific resources (readings, videos, charts).
Large paper and markers.
Projector.
Digital tools
Platforms
For virtual sessions or collaborative documentation.
Practical recommendations
Balance in subtopics
Ensure all subtopics are equally important and accessible.
Active facilitation
Support teams or individuals as they prepare their explanations to address any questions.
Presentation time
Allocate a maximum time for each presentation to maintain the activity's flow.
Documentation
Take notes or record the presentations for future reference.
