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Think-Pair-Share is a learning strategy that makes sure everyone is taking part in class discussions.

"Think": Students will think quietly about a topic or question.

"Pair": Students will then share their ideas with a partner or group.

"Share": The pairs will then share what they discussed together with the whole class.

This is a strategy that allows each student to have the time to think, talk, and build their confidence before having to share aloud!

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1. As the teacher, you ask a thought-provoking question.

2. You will then give the students a moment to think quietly.

3. The students will then pair up with a partner or group and discuss the question asked.

4. You, as the teacher, will then call on a few pairs to share their ideas they had with the class.

Tip: Use a timer the first few times!

Example:

30 seconds to think.

1 minute to pair.

2 minutes to share.

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A Think Pair Share can be used in any and all subjects! Here are some sample questions for each:

Reading:

You can ask "what did the main character learn?" or "what do you think the moral of the story was?"

Science:

"What is condensation, and how does it form on a cold drink?"

Social studies:

"Who do you think made the most money during the California Gold Rush?"

Math:

"How do you solve this problem?" or "What type of problem is this?"

You can use this when you want students to:

Reflect on what they are learning or have learned.

Build confidence in speaking.

Practice engaging in deeper thinking.

Practice respectful listening.

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Example lesson: Gold Rush Reflection.

Question: " How do you think the Gold Rush changed life in California?"

1. Students will start by quietly thinking about their answers.

2. They will then share with a partner and discuss it for a minute or two.

3. Then call on a few students to share their answers with the class.

This is a strategy that works best for reflection questions, quick reviews, and even a warm-up!