If a student says “yes” but looks confused, what should the teacher do?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Ask a short question to confirm understanding
The spoken word “yes” and a confused facial expression give different signals. The teacher should not assume that agreement proves understanding. A brief checking question, or asking the student to explain the point in their own words, can reveal and correct the confusion. Accepting the answer without checking may leave the misunderstanding unresolved.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Ask a short question to confirm understanding
Why is this the correct answer?
The spoken word “yes” and a confused facial expression give different signals. The teacher should not assume that agreement proves understanding. A brief checking question, or asking the student to explain the point in their own words, can reveal and correct the confusion. Accepting the answer without checking may leave the misunderstanding unresolved.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 English question. Chapter: Father to Son. Topic: Communication Problems.
