Gemara Berura can be used in the classroom in a variety of different ways, according to the pupils' specific needs and ability levels. Some examples include:

- Using the help tools such as the keyword database and biographical sketches of the Sages for classes who are just beginning to study Gemara.

- Teacher presents a flow chart of the suyiya at the beginning of the lesson, as an advance organizer or "road map" of the territory to be covered during the lesson.

- Pupils format the Gemara text and create a flow chart as a way of summarizing what they learnt in class or at home.

- Teachers use pupils' flow charts to detect and correct gaps in understanding and "map" which aspects of the sugiya need additional clarification.

- Pupils prepare the sugiya on their own. The teacher then facilitates a class discussion to compare different versions. Peer evaluation and the need to defend their version motivates pupils to devote more time and effort to producing accurate representations of the sugiya.

For additional ideas on using Gemara Berura in class, download Teacher's Guide (in Hebrew).

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