Cold Call Done Right

Cold Call is more than a participation strategy—it’s one of the most effective, real-time ways to check for understanding across the room. When done right, it gives teachers immediate insight into student thinking, increases accountability, and shifts classroom culture. But when done poorly, it risks becoming performative or punitive. In this episode, we break down how to help teachers plan, frame, and reflect on Cold Call as a high-leverage CFU technique—and how to coach it for clarity, consistency, and impact.