What Impact Does Teacher Wait Time Have on Students' Classroom

question 32

Multiple Choice

What impact does teacher wait time have on students' classroom performance?

• A)When wait time is several seconds, students are more likely to answer questions.
• B)If wait time is increased beyond two seconds, students will be embarrassed by the awkward silence and not answer.
• C)Wait time of about one second is optimal.If it is much longer, students will get distracted and forget the question.
• D)Increased wait time is only necessary when working with low-ability learners.Average and above-average learners don't need much wait time.

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