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The Wingman: Engaging Reluctant Students

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Under the common core, teachers will need more than just a toolkit of strategies for teaching vocabulary words—they’ll need deep understanding of how language works, says a teacher-educator. (July 31, 2013)

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The Wingman: Engaging Reluctant Students

The Wingman: Engaging Reluctant Students

A Florida teacher explains that giving quiet students a guide sheet and responsibilities during discussions can encourage them to participate. (1:45)

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