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Research shows the optimum length of wait time 1 and wait time 2 is _____
Research shows the optimum length of wait time 1 and wait time 2 is _____
3-5 seconds
Research shows the typical length of wait time 1 and wait time 2 in the average classroom is _____
Research shows the typical length of wait time 1 and wait time 2 in the average classroom is _____
less than 1 second
Which of the following questions represents an example of when a teacher might prefer a short wait time?
Which of the following questions represents an example of when a teacher might prefer a short wait time?
What is the capital of Arizona?
Wait time 2 is defined as the _____
Wait time 2 is defined as the _____
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Wait time 1 is defined as the _____
Wait time 1 is defined as the _____
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Study Notes
Wait Time in the Classroom
- Optimum wait time for effective learning is between 3 to 5 seconds for both Wait Time 1 and Wait Time 2.
- Average classroom wait time is typically less than 1 second, which is significantly shorter than the recommended length.
Types of Wait Time
- Wait Time 1 refers to the duration between a teacher's question and a student's response.
- Wait Time 2 refers to the interval between a student's initial answer and the teacher's response.
Classroom Application
- Example of a question where short wait time may be appropriate: "What is the capital of Arizona?" This implies a factual response which typically requires less reflection.
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