Dear WA colleagues,
A brief summary of Teach Like a Champion: No OptOut
"No Opt-Out Cold Calling," a technique from Doug Lemov's "Teach Like a Champion," aims to ensure that all students are engaged and accountable for their learning. Here are the key points for teachers:
Purpose: This technique encourages full participation and reinforces the idea that every student is capable of answering questions.
No Opt-Out:
If a student cannot answer a question, do not move on. Instead, help them find the correct answer.
You can rephrase the question, give hints, or scaffold the answer with easier steps.
Once the student has the correct answer, have them repeat it to reinforce their learning.
Cold Calling:
Randomly select students to answer questions rather than relying on volunteers.
This keeps all students attentive and prepared to participate at any time.
It signals that every student's thinking is valued and important.
Implementation:
Use these techniques consistently to create a classroom culture of high expectations.
Be mindful of tone and body language to maintain a positive and supportive environment.
Combine "No Opt-Out" and "Cold Calling" to maximise engagement and accountability.
By incorporating "No Opt-Out Cold Calling," teachers can create a dynamic and inclusive classroom where all students are encouraged and expected to contribute to the learning process.
Here are some examples, including me over 10 years ago 🙂
Example 1: Lesson on Immigration
Example 2: RPE teaching with no opt-out IB Geography
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