When a Student in a Lab Is Kept from Participating

question 292

Multiple Choice

When a student in a lab is kept from participating due to a technical problem the instructor should FIRST:

• A) Ignore the problem and work with the student during a break so the class is not disturbed.
• B) Concentrate on getting the student's technical problem solved so they can learn with the rest of the class.
• C) Try to quickly analyze the problem to resolve the issue.
• D) Have another learner help the student while the instructor continues teaching.

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