- Accountable Talk is more than just chat. It holds student accountable to the classroom community. It is rigorous reasoning. It is an attempt to be accurate.
- Types of talk moves can be categorized so teachers can share strategies and think about effects.
- Seemingly straightforward conversations can be leveraged to become authentic checks for intelligibility, coherence, engagement, and participation.
- These moves are not intended to be a fixed list, but rather a starting point for discussion.
- Talk moves help teachers make what is said intelligible and build coherence so that instruction maintains a logical flow. They also maintain student engagement and motivation and ensure equitable participation. |
