Description
How do we foster meaningful conversations with young learners that build their confidence and communication skills? Research shows that extended back-and-forth conversations with young learners significantly improve language development, critical thinking, and emotional skills, helping children feel seen and understood. Join Chrissy Romano-Arrabito for this timesaving, to the point session as we explore the powerful role of conversation in early learning and discover how to create a classroom environment that values each child's voice. Prepare to enrich your classroom dialogues, build stronger connections with students, and unlock their potential through the art of conversation! Chrissy's expertise in evidence-based teaching practices will provide you with strategies to use open-ended questions and active listening techniques to encourage student participation, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth.
Objectives
List the essential elements of meaningful conversations with young learners. Explain why open-ended questions and active listening are critical for fostering dialogue. Use open-ended prompts and active listening in practice to encourage student participation. Examine the impact of different conversational techniques on student engagement and comprehension. Assess your own conversational practices to identify strengths and areas for growth. Design a classroom activity that incorporates meaningful conversations to promote critical thinking and language development.
