Classroom Participation and Student Engagement

The transcript discusses a teacher's efforts to engage all students, particularly focusing on a student named Celia who tends to avoid participation. The teacher highlights the importance of patience and encouragement, especially for English learners like Celia, who may feel embarrassed about their language skills. The teacher emphasizes the need for a supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning from each other.

Why is it important for a teacher to distribute questions among all students?

• To ensure only the best students answer

• To make sure everyone gets a chance to participate

• To finish the lesson quickly

• To avoid asking difficult questions

What challenge does the teacher face with students like Celia?

• They tend to be quiet and are easily overlooked

• They often disrupt the class

• They always know the answers

• They are too talkative

What does Celia's 'invisibility' in the classroom signify?

• She is good at avoiding being called upon

• She is very attentive

• She is always absent

• She is the teacher's favorite

What typically happens when a shy student like Celia is called upon?

• There is an awkward silence

• They answer immediately

• They leave the classroom

• They start talking to friends

What is a common reaction from the class when a shy student is called upon?

• They start talking

• They become silent and attentive

• They leave the room

• They start laughing

Why is patience important when teaching English learners?

• They are always late

• They might not understand immediately

• They are not interested in learning

• They prefer to work alone

Why might Celia be hesitant to answer questions in class?

• She doesn't understand the subject

• She prefers to work alone

• She is unsure about her English skills

• She doesn't like the teacher

How do other students react to Celia's experience?

• They laugh at her

• They relate to her and feel empathy

• They leave the classroom

• They ignore her

What is the benefit of asking follow-up questions to shy students?

• It confuses them

• It wastes class time

• It embarrasses them further

• It helps them feel included and supported

What should a teacher avoid doing after a shy student answers?

• Encouraging the student

• Praising the student

• Asking a follow-up question

• Quickly moving on to another student