The practice involves one individual reading aloud from a text. Upon reaching a predetermined point, this person selects another individual in the group to continue the reading. The selection is often spontaneous and continues until the entire text or a designated portion is completed. This method can be implemented with any type of written material, from short stories to academic articles. For instance, a student reading a paragraph aloud can then call on another student to read the subsequent paragraph, thereby passing the responsibility.
This technique fosters active listening skills among participants, as individuals must remain attentive to the text to be prepared to continue reading. It also encourages engagement with the material. Historically, this approach provided a method for ensuring collaborative learning and distributed participation within a group setting. Such group dynamic can enhance comprehension and retention.
