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S3D Talk Tools
S3D Talk Tools
Tools to Support and Strengthen Student-to-Student Discourse
The S3D Approach is grounded in observation, reflection, and responsive teaching—and the Talk Tools are designed to help you do just that. Whether you prefer to use printable versions or the digital app, each tool supports a different lens of small-group discourse: Group Dynamics, Discourse Quality, Teacher Support, and Talk Moves.
On this page, you’ll find links to both the paper-and-pencil versions and the app-based versions of all four tools. Choose the format that works best for your classroom and teaching style—and use the tools to deepen your understanding of student talk and guide your next steps.
Let’s get started!
Digital Tools
Digital Tools
Now Available: The S3D App!
Now Available: The S3D App!
The S3D App is now available to support your work with small-group, student-to-student discourse.
The app includes all four S3D tools—Group Dynamics, Discourse Quality, Teacher Support, and Talk Moves—and allows you to easily track and reflect on discourse across multiple small groups. Designed for classroom use, the app helps streamline observations and supports informed, responsive teaching in real time.
Start using the app to bring the S3D Approach to life—right at your fingertips!
Paper-and-Pencil Tools
Paper-and-Pencil Tools
Group Dynamics Tool
Group Dynamics Tool v3.pdfDiscourse Quality Tool
Discourse Quality Tool v3.pdfTeacher Support Tool
Teacher Support Tool v3.pdfTalk Moves Tool
All Talk Moves Tool v3.pdfPage updated
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