Mr Jacobs Is Speaking Privately with Alicia,who Has Obviously Been

question 5

Multiple Choice

Mr. Jacobs is speaking privately with Alicia,who has obviously been having trouble paying attention in class over the past two weeks. Three of the following strategies are appropriate things for Mr. Jacobs to do. Which strategy is not recommended for a private conference with a student?

• A)Mr. Jacobs should communicate an openness to hearing what Alicia has to say.
• B)Mr. Jacobs might explain how he feels hurt that she doesn't find class very interesting.
• C)Mr. Jacobs can give Alicia a choice regarding how the problem might best be solved.
• D)Mr. Jacobs should remind Alicia that he is ultimately in charge in the classroom.

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