Listen "357: Classroom Conversations That Matter – The Secret to High Impact Discussions"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we dive into what makes classroom conversations truly meaningful and how to move beyond surface-level participation to create powerful, high-impact discussions. From establishing a safe classroom culture to teaching students how to listen actively and respond thoughtfully, we unpack practical ways to elevate dialogue and deepen learning.
Quotables
"Great questions don't just test students knowledge. They actually ignite them to want to know more or go deeper.""Think time is powerful.""Let the dang kids talk. That’s the message."
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Quotables
"Great questions don't just test students knowledge. They actually ignite them to want to know more or go deeper.""Think time is powerful.""Let the dang kids talk. That’s the message."
Resources from this Episode:
Always a Lesson: Teacher Essentials for Classroom and Career Success: https://amzn.to/409AUCt
Join the Always A Lesson Newsletter
Join here and grab a freebie!
Connect with Gretchen
Email: [email protected]: Always A LessonFacebook: Always A LessonTwitter: @gschultekInstagram: Always.A.LessonLinkedin: Gretchen Schultek BridgersBook: Elementary EDUC 101: What They Didn’t Teach You in College
Gretchen’s latest book, Always a Lesson: Teacher Essentials for Classroom and Career Success, is now available on Amazon.
Leave a Rating and Review:
This helps my show remain active in order to continue to help other educators remain empowered in a career that has a long-lasting effect on our future.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/always-lessons-empowering/id1006433135?mt=2
Search for my show on iTunes or Stitcher.Click on ‘Ratings and Reviews.’Under ‘Customer Reviews,’ click on “Write a Review.”Sign in with your iTunes or Stitcher log-in infoLeave a Rating: Tap the greyed out stars (5 being the best)Leave a Review: Type in a Title and Description of your thoughts on my podcastClick ‘Send’
Music from #Uppbeat:
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License code: QD3TG5UIS0LHILEL
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