Teacher Voice
Mr. Thompson teaches 11th-grade U.S. History in a busy, high-energy classroom. He’s knowledgeable and passionate, but often speaks in a rushed, low-volume tone. His voice trails off during key explanations, and he rarely modulates his pitch or pace.
What is disengagement?
Students spend more time figuring out what to do than actually doing the task.
What is unclear directions?
The room feels flat; there's no enthusiasm, no curiosity, just a sense of getting through the slides.
What is low energy?
The lesson is about cell organelles, but the slides talk about the history of microscopes instead
What is off-topic content?
Mr. Non-teachHOUSTON Alum presents an introduction lesson over cellular respiration. Once he's done with his Engage, a group of students asks what they must do in the Explore activity. He doesn't repeat the question to the class.
What is non-inclusion?
The teacher asks a question, waits one second, and moves on before anyone can answer.
What is rushed discussion?
Students use too many online tools or apps at once and get distracted by notifications.
What is tech overload?
Every slide is just text, there are no pictures, no charts, no diagrams.
What is no visuals?