In classroom questioning techniques, what is 'wait time' (promoted by Mary Budd Rowe)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The silent pause of 3 to 5 seconds given by a teacher after posing a question before calling on a student
- Step 1: Wait time refers to the intentional pause of at least 3 seconds after asking a question. Step 2. Extending wait time increases the depth of student responses, student participation, and higher-order thinking. Answer: The silent pause of 3 to 5 seconds given by a teacher after posing a question before calling on a student. Why not the others: It has no connection with assembly queues, exam breaks, or teacher marking turnaround time.
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