Classroom Commands
Using Examples & Comparisons
Sequencing & Explaining Processes
Giving Real-World Examples in Teaching
Types of Questions: Closed vs. Open
100

Translate this command: Work in pairs

ធ្វើកិច្ចការជាមួយដៃគូ

100

Is the phrase "on the other hand" used to compare or contrast?

Contrast

100

Give a sequencing word to indicate the end of a process.

Finally

The last step

In the end

Last but not last

In conclusion

100

Give an example phrase.

To illustrate this

100

Give an example of a closed question.

Is this correct?

200

Act this command: Clap your hands three times.

Clap three times

200

X is ...... ....... Y because

- Similar to

- Different from

200

When do you use "Second to last"?

The step before the last step.

200

You want students to picture something in their mind. You say....

Imagine

Think about

200

When did you arrive? Is this a closed or open question?

Closed

300

........your hand if you know the answer.

Raise/Put up

300

Give three examples of comparison frames.

  • Similar to
  • Different from
  • Unlike
  • Like
  • In Contrast
  • Whereas
  • Both
  • However
  • On the other hand
  • Compare
  • Contrast 
  • Relationship
300

Share 5 sequencing words in order that you can use to explain a five step process.

1. First,

2. Next, 

3. Then,

4. After that,

5. Finally,

300

You want to connect a concept to daily life. You say.....

In real life

This can be seen in life

300

List all the ways to start an open question.

Who

What

When

Why

How

400

Is the teacher using the command correctly?

The teacher says "Close your books" before a monthly test.

Yes or True

400

Give an example of the relationship between a private school and a public school using the comparison frame: however.

A public school is funded by the government and is free to attend, however, a private school charges tuition frees paid by families.

400

..... Then, you review the previous lesson.

..... First, you greet the students and settle down before class begins.

..... Next, you ask questions to connect today's topic to what students already know.

..... After that, you tell students clearly what they will learn and why.

2

1

4

3

400

A market sells more umbrellas when it rains and fewer when it is sunny. Identify the concept.

Supply and demand

400

Give three differences between closed and open questions.

1. Closed Questions: one correct answer, yes/no/short answer, tests memory

2. Open Questions: many possible answers, explanation required, requires critical thinking


500

Say the correct command

You want students to check a partner's work.

Swap papers/Peer check

500

Explain one difference and one similarity between a computer and a phone using at least 2 comparison frames.

1. They are similar to each other in that they serve as personal communication and information devices.

2. A computer is built for complex, long-form work, whereas a phone is built for speed and portability.

500

Draw and explain the process of the water cycle.

1. The sun heats up the water.

2. Water evaporates into the atmosphere.

3. Water vapor condenses and form clouds.

4. Under atmospheric pressure, the clouds precipitate in the forms of rain, snow, sleet, hail, etc.

500

Give an example of friction.

Your sandals grip the floor so you don't slip.

500

Convert the closed question to open question and open question to closed question.

1. How would you solve a conflict between two classmates?

2. Can plants make their own food?

1. Did the two classmates solve their conflict?

2. How can plants make their own food?

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