George Orischak

I have done that in our classes and most of the time it works ,but there are some instances that you will have to get more involved

Donna Baines, DDS

This is a great suggestion. The pairs could then be used to form larger groups as the silent students comfort level increases.

Marya Withers

Quiet students seem to respond well to a Think-Pair-Share type activity. If they have a moment to right down their own thoughts first, pair up then with a neighbor to discuss one another's thoughts, and then the pair has a chance to report either their own or their neighbor's thoughts ... or a bit about the discussion the pair had on the topic. The Quiet Student is successful due to the prep and practice time taken before speaking to the class.