Communication – Razo and Jackson

1. When questioning students, it is important for teachers to use “wait time” for student responses. Describe how Ms. Razo uses wait time to assist students communicate their understanding.

2. Ms. Jackson uses strategies to provoke and guide discussions with her students. Share at least two examples of how she uses former learning to guide her students into new learning.

3. Ms. Jackson uses a variety of ways to have students communicate what they have learned. Describe at least two examples in detail.

4. Ms. Razo and Ms. Jackson both use effective communication strategies to assist students to arrive at the correct answer, without outwardly giving the correct answer. Give specific examples from each classroom and explain how each promotes student learning.