Student-Centered Strategy #2: Move From the Front

Teachers, Move from the Front of the Classroom.

Don't get stuck in an instructional rut by standing up at the front of the class all day long. Try sitting on the side of the room or in an absent student's desk and say, "I need someone to go up and demonstrate ____ for us." Students are more likely to talk much longer if they are up front than if they are in their seats. You can also ask follow up questions from other students instead of commenting on the demo yourself ("What do you all think? Is this an effective method--how do you know? Does anyone use a different strategy or approach?)

This is a way for teachers to talk less and for students to talk more.