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Small talk: love it or leave it, but teach it to your TAs
Small talk: love it or leave it, but teach it to your TAs
Casual conversation fosters a sense of belonging, but it’s not a universal skill. Sarah Kegley details a short workshop that helps international teaching assistants feel at ease making small talk
Sarah Kegley
Georgia Tech’s Center for 21st Century Universities