Graffitivägg

Graffitivägg

Gemensamt skrivande och skapande på en stor yta

1530 min1036 eleverStor väggyta täckt med papper, eller flera skrivtavlor

I korthet

Tidsåtgång

1530 min

Gruppstorlek

1036 elever

Organisering av klassrummet

Stor väggyta täckt med papper, eller flera skrivtavlor

Material

  • Täckpapper eller stora blädderblocksark
  • Markers, färgpennor, post-it-lappar
  • Frågeställningar för de olika sektionerna

Blooms taxonomi

MinnasFörståSkapa

Kompetenser inom Socialt och emotionellt lärande

SjälvmedvetenhetRelationsfärdigheter

Vad är Graffitivägg?

The Graffiti Wall is a collaborative brainstorming strategy that uses large-scale visual displays to capture student thinking, activate prior knowledge, and foster peer-to-peer dialogue. By allowing students to move around the room and contribute simultaneously to different prompts, it lowers the barrier to participation and creates a non-threatening environment for sharing ideas. This methodology works because it leverages the 'social constructivist' framework, where knowledge is co-created through interaction rather than passive reception. It effectively visualizes the collective consciousness of the classroom, making abstract concepts concrete and allowing teachers to identify misconceptions in real-time. Beyond simple engagement, the strategy promotes critical thinking by requiring students to synthesize their thoughts into concise text or sketches and respond to the contributions of others. It is particularly effective for pre-assessment, mid-unit reflection, or review sessions, as it encourages movement and provides a kinesthetic break that can reset student focus and improve information retention across diverse learner profiles.

Idealiskt för

Brainstorming och fria associationerAktivera förkunskaperKreativt uttryck kring ett ämneVisuella elever och konstnärliga studenter

När ska det användas?

Årskurser

Åk 1–3Åk 4–6Åk 7–9Gymnasiet

Passande ämnen

MatematikSvenskaNaturvetenskapHistoriaSocialt och emotionellt lärandeBild

Så genomför du Graffitivägg

1

Prepare the Prompts

Write open-ended questions, quotes, or problems on large pieces of chart paper and tape them to different walls around the classroom.

2

Distribute Materials

Provide each student or small group with a different colored marker to help track contributions and ensure accountability.

3

Establish Ground Rules

Explain that the activity is often silent and that students should move freely between papers to add new ideas or respond to existing ones.

4

Facilitate the Rotation

Allow 10-15 minutes for students to circulate, ensuring they visit multiple stations and engage with the content deeply.

5

Conduct a Gallery Walk

Have students walk through one final time without writing to read the completed 'walls' and identify the most frequent or surprising ideas.

6

Debrief and Synthesize

Lead a whole-class discussion to summarize findings, clarify misconceptions identified on the papers, and connect the activity to the lesson objectives.

Vetenskapligt stöd

Hattie, J.

2012 · Routledge, 1st Edition, 1-286

The strategy aligns with 'visible learning' principles, where making student thinking visible allows for high-impact feedback and peer-to-peer teaching.

Johnson, D. W., Johnson, R. T.

2009 · Educational Researcher, 38(5), 365-379

Collaborative learning environments like Graffiti Walls promote higher achievement and greater productivity compared to individualistic learning efforts.

Vanliga frågor

What is the Graffiti Wall teaching strategy?
It is a silent, collaborative brainstorming activity where students respond to prompts on large sheets of paper posted around the room. This method encourages total participation by allowing students to share ideas through writing or drawing without the pressure of public speaking.
How do I use Graffiti Wall in my classroom effectively?
Start by placing large chart papers with open-ended questions around the room and providing students with markers. Ensure you set clear expectations for movement and respectful commentary to maintain a productive learning environment.
What are the benefits of Graffiti Wall for students?
The primary benefits include increased engagement through movement and the opportunity for quiet students to have their voices heard. It also fosters critical thinking as students must analyze and build upon the contributions of their peers.
How do you assess a Graffiti Wall activity?
Assessment is typically formative, involving a gallery walk where the teacher and students identify common themes or misconceptions. You can also require a brief individual reflection paper based on the collective 'wall' to gauge individual understanding.
Can Graffiti Wall be used for remote or digital learning?
Yes, digital tools like Padlet, Jamboard, or Miro can serve as virtual Graffiti Walls for remote students. These platforms allow for the same simultaneous, anonymous, and visual collaboration found in the physical classroom version.

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