How to Make a Yarning Circle?

How to Make a Yarning Circle?

Implementing yarning circles in your classroom
  1. Sit in a circle: Participants sit in a circle and are encouraged to actively listen to others' views. ...
  2. Introduce the group: The host invites participants to introduce themselves and share something about themselves.

What to talk about in a Yarning circle?

In your yarning circle, discuss with students the importance of local community to Aboriginal people. Explain that in Aboriginal culture, new learning/information is always judged on what the community impact will be and how it fits in with what is already known.

Why is it called a Yarning circle?

The Yarning Circle represents the University's commitment to supporting and sharing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; as well as acknowledging the connection between the University and Darkinjung Country.

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