Susan Polick

Hi Helen - Thanks for your post to the forum. Having your students be familiar with the national test they are facing is very important! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Hi Isabel- You are obviously skilled in leading questioning and discussion! Susan

Hi Sharon - That's a great way to get students to use their critical thinking skills! Susan

Hi Latasha - facilitating discussions with students is great strategy! Susan

Hi Sharon - Thanks for your post to the forum. your assessment strategy is excellent! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Hi Alan - Thanks for your post to the forum. I agree that it is usful to compare test data with our colleagues. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Hi Isabel - Thanks for your post to the forum. You are using a good mix of delivery styles with your learners! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Hi Kendall- Thanks for your post to the forum. Self-assessments allow students to see their progress for themselves. It avoids the "He gave me a "D" " scenario. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Hi Kimberly - Thanks for your post to the forum. I find that asking questions that are based on students' personal experiences are a good way to get the shy students to join in. This is especially effective if you make a point of remembering conversations that you have had with students about their backgrounds and ask questions specifically geared to them. ( Hint - be sure to take good notes!) Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Hi Willian - Thanks for your post to the forum. Yes, adding all the elements that you mention will indeed increase the engagement of your students. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan