In this video lecture, Lucy West of Metamorphosis TLC explains there are five types of talk in classrooms:
rote
recitation
instruction
discussion
dialogue
I agree with her – there’s a place for all five in teaching and learning but we need to get the balance right. In my experience this often means increasing the proportion of dialogue.
My top three strategies to make sure every pupil speaks during whole-class learning
An opportunity to take your teaching to the next level
Statements to get your class thinking and talking in the lead-up to the holidays
A chance for you and a colleague to win a copy of 100 Ideas: Oracy. Entries closed 2nd January 2025
Three steps to help your class develop their listening skills
What will happen when you remove the fear of being wrong?
I highly recommend this podcast to anyone with an interest in oracy education
