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Increasing Response Rates by Using Wait Time

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In this insightful video, Gabriel Ward, an experienced teacher, demonstrates the powerful impact of using the strategy of wait time to increase student engagement and responses in the elementary school classroom. By giving students a few extra seconds to process and formulate their thoughts before responding, Ward shows how this simple technique can significantly boost student participation and comprehension. With a focus on increasing responses, Ward's engaging instruction highlights the importance of providing students with the time and space needed to actively engage in the learning process. Elementary school educators looking to enhance student engagement and foster deeper comprehension will find Ward's demonstration of wait time to be a valuable tool in their teaching arsenal.

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