ORACY FOR LEARNING

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Bite-size interviews from Oracy for Learning experts to dig deeper into what you've learnt and how to apply it to your teaching practice.

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LUCY LOWDE

Why is Oracy becoming increasingly popular in education?

Lucy reflects on the increased interest in Oracy and how it can be a tool for empowering students to become confident and effective communicators.
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LUCY LOWDE

What is the relationship between Oracy and Literacy?

Lucy discusses the interconnection between oral communication and reading and writing skills. 
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LUCY LOWDE

How to implement Oracy in schools and colleges

Lucy offers practical tips for effectively integrating Oracy in the classroom and across schools and colleges.
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RACHEL HIGGINSON

Does Oracy mean learning to talk or learning through talk?

Rachel suggests that Oracy is not just about talking, but includes listening, communication, and collaboration.
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RACHEL HIGGINSON

Using Cold-Calling and Think, Pair, Share for Oracy

Rachel discusses “Cold-Calling” (or inclusive questioning) and "Think, Pair, Share" and their relation to Oracy.
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DR LUKAS MUNDELSEE

Does Think, Pair, Share encourage students to participate in class?

Research suggests the pairing phase plays a vital role in promoting class participation. 
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DR LUKAS MUNDELSEE

Do extended Wait Times positively affect student participation?

Extending Wait Times to 10 seconds can enhance students’ ability to process their thoughts and increase voluntary participation.
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DR LUKAS MUNDELSEE

How to improve paired discussion in the classroom

Dr Mundelsee provides ways to optimise communication between partners during Think, Pair, Share.
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LUCY LOWDE

Why is Oracy becoming increasingly popular in education?

Lucy reflects on the increased interest in Oracy and how it can be a tool for empowering students to become confident and effective communicators. 
LUCY LOWDE

What is the relationship between Oracy and Literacy?

Lucy discusses the interconnection between oral communication and reading and writing skills.
LUCY LOWDE

How to implement Oracy in schools and colleges

Lucy offers practical tips for effectively integrating Oracy in the classroom and across schools and colleges. 
RACHEL HIGGINSON

Does Oracy mean learning to talk or learning through talk?

Rachel suggests that Oracy is not just about talking, but includes listening, communication, and collaboration.
RACHEL HIGGINSON

Using Cold-Calling and Think, Pair, Share for Oracy

Rachel discusses “Cold-Calling” (or inclusive questioning) and "Think, Pair, Share" and their relation to Oracy. 
DR LUKAS MUNDELSEE

Does Think, Pair, Share encourage students to participate in class?

Research suggests the pairing phase plays a vital role in promoting class participation.
DR LUKAS MUNDELSEE

Do extended Wait Times positively affect student participation?

Extending Wait Times to 10 seconds can enhance students’ ability to process their thoughts and increase voluntary participation.
DR LUKAS MUNDELSEE

How to improve paired discussion in the classroom

Dr Mundelsee provides ways to optimise communication between partners during Think-Pair-Share.

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