Clip 7/11: Word Clues Lesson - Part 5

This strategy was particular to this group of learners, regarding minimizing off-topic conversations. This was a social, sweet group, and I needed to focus the conversations deeply on mathematical thinking. I asked Chaniya to explain the dyad because she had a lot of influence on her immediate group and she needed to clarify what she needed to do next to keep herself and her cohort on task. I ask the students a lot of questions. For some of my "fast finishers," I wanted to give them other questions to think about, not only a matter of additional work, but an opportunity to ponder deeper issues. I feel as if I've created a safe place for students to examine their own errors and think about how to improve their own work.