Hi Kellie, Paraphrasing does work very well because you are establishing an understanding and communication level the students as you talk with them. Your shy students generally won't mind working through this format. Something I do with my shy students is to put everyone in learning groups of 3-4 students making sure to have a good mix of talkers and non-talkers. I have them discuss the topic and then have them each take a turn in paraphrasing what has been discussed in the full class setting. This really helps to get them involved without undue pressure. Gary