Thanks so much for sharing this. It addresses a tension I think about a lot, the ability for the teacher to listen and ensure each student participates, but the time that takes with only one student talking. The alternative is partner-talk, which in theory can have 50% taking at once, but is challenging in practice.
I noticed the "me too" hand signals, I'd be interested to hear any thoughts on that routine and any other thoughts on this challenge.
We do this short (5 min) routine each morning and the tasks (and scaffolding) evolve through the year. There was a lot of practice in the fall helping them to take turns talking and listening. Part of the goal is to build community by listening to others. I can also use it for a quick formative assessment when needed. We do lots of turn and talk during other parts of our day. We use the "I agree" and "I disagree" signals during class discussions (math, science, social studies, writing) and the students like to use them during the circle when the prompt works for it. I hope this helps.
Very nice, Anjanette!!
Thanks, Lori.
The microphone - 🔥
Grea for at home practice as well!
Thanks so much for sharing this. It addresses a tension I think about a lot, the ability for the teacher to listen and ensure each student participates, but the time that takes with only one student talking. The alternative is partner-talk, which in theory can have 50% taking at once, but is challenging in practice.
I noticed the "me too" hand signals, I'd be interested to hear any thoughts on that routine and any other thoughts on this challenge.
We do this short (5 min) routine each morning and the tasks (and scaffolding) evolve through the year. There was a lot of practice in the fall helping them to take turns talking and listening. Part of the goal is to build community by listening to others. I can also use it for a quick formative assessment when needed. We do lots of turn and talk during other parts of our day. We use the "I agree" and "I disagree" signals during class discussions (math, science, social studies, writing) and the students like to use them during the circle when the prompt works for it. I hope this helps.
That's great information, thank you