Teacher Talk Time Flashcards
1
Q
What are the advantages of teacher talk time? (TTT)
A
Presenting, checking, clarifying, etc.
Providing language input
Giving instructions and setting up activities
Building rapport
2
Q
What are disadvantages of teacher talk time? (ttt)
A
- Doesn’t allow classroom discussion
- Much of what you say we’ll go go over their heads
- When we are talking, students are not