Element 23

Noticing When Students Are Not Engaged and Reacting

Element 27

Demonstrating Intensity and Enthusiasm

Element 31

Providing Opportunities for Students to Talk about Themselves

Element 35

Demonstrating Withitness

Element 39

Understanding Students’ Backgrounds and Interests

Element 43

Probing Incorrect Answers with Reluctant Learners

Element 24

Increasing Response Rates

Element 28

Presenting Unusual Information

Element 32

Motivating and Inspiring Students

Element 36

Acknowledging Adherence to Rules and Procedures

Element 40

Displaying Objectivity and Control

Element 25

Using Physical Movement

Element 29

Using Friendly Controversy

Element 33

Establishing Rules and Procedures

Element 37

Acknowledging Lack of Adherence to Rules and Procedures

Element 41

Demonstrating Value and Respect for Reluctant Learners

Element 26

Maintaining a Lively Pace

Element 30

Using Academic Games

Element 34

Organizing the Physical Layout of the Classroom

Element 38

Using Verbal and Nonverbal Behaviors that Indicate Affection for Students

Element 42

Asking In-Depth Questions of Reluctant Learners

"Individual classroom teachers must determine which strategies to employ with the right students at the right time. In effect, a good part of effective teaching is an art."

- Robert J. Marzano