When Students Think... Teachers Can...

"I can't do it."

Assure them you are there to help.

Provide support and scaffolding.

Give frequent feedback.

Track accomplishments.

Place emphasis on growth over grades.

"I don't know what to do."

Make expectations and steps clear.

Answer questions.

Provide reference.

Give frequent feedback.

"I shouldn't have to do."

Assign valuable, appropriately challenging questions.

Make real-world connections.

Seek student input.

Offer choice.

"I don't have to."

Require participation.

Call on students randomly.

Allow opportunity to prepare.

Use wait time.

When a student says...

Teacher can...