Opportunities for Student Talk

This podcast explores coaching strategies to maximize student talk in the classroom using Teach Like a Champion (TLaC) techniques and the CHAMPS framework. Research from John Hattie and Douglas Fisher underscores the importance of structured discussions in improving student engagement, comprehension, and critical thinking. Instructional coaches will learn practical strategies like Turn and Talk, Cold Call (used supportively), No Opt Out, and Stretch It, alongside CHAMPS guidelines for setting clear discussion expectations. The episode concludes with actionable coaching tips, encouraging coaches to support teachers in implementing these strategies for more dynamic and equitable classroom conversations.