This book looks at an issue which is at the heart of every
classroom the role that talk plays in childrens learning. Drawing
on a substantial research base, the book provides useful
suggestions to facilitate successful talk between teachers and
children to improve learning and raise standards..
. Through analysing the talk that goes on in primary school
classrooms, the book examines the process of talk and learning in
detail and shows how teachers questions, instructions and
statements can support and extend childrens learning. It highlights
the central influence of teacher talk on developing childrens
learning and looks at international perspectives in the field,
including the work of Shirley Brice Heath, Douglas Barnes, Gordon
Wells, Neil Mercer and Robin Alexander. .
. This innovative book provides ideas, techniques, and practical
suggestions for making classroom talk effective. It is key reading
for student and qualified teachers who are interested in improving
learning by generating higher levels of participation and
interactive talk in their classrooms.. .
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