Try using some talk prompts to make partner talk in your class more effective. This will help students to talk together, think together and stay on task. Here are a few simple suggestions to get you started:
What do you think?
Why do you think that?
It’s your turn.
What else do you think?
Display the prompts, or give out one between two. Remember to take time to model using them.
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A structure which develops speaking and listening, and can be used across the curriculum
