Talking, Listening, and Teaching

Talking, Listening, and Teaching demonstrates how important it is for teachers to understand and monitor classroom communication patterns and resolve problems that may hamper students' learning. Using examples from real classrooms, the author explains

How classroom talk is different from communication outside the classroom

How to gather and analyze data about classroom talk

What type of questioning generates good discussions

Why and how to give feedback to students

How nonverbal communication impacts the classroom

This insightful guide to classroom communication, featuring provocative "Thinking About Your Own Classroom" questions, is ideal for teacher study groups and benefits educators who wish to effectively manage this important aspect of teaching and learning.

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