Teacher Roles in the Classroom
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Controller
Prompter
Assessor
Organizer
Participant
In charge of the class and activity
Delivers knowledge, organizes drills, reads aloud
Useful for announcements, explanations, Q&A sessions
Can hinder student autonomy and limit variety
Provides information, instructions, group formation
Crucial for clear understanding and engagement
Guides students through activities
Steps: engage, instruct, initiate, stop, feedback
Crucial for student progress and motivation
Steps: clarify expectations, be fair, offer sensitive support
Provides feedback and grades
Helps students overcome challenges without taking over
Key to encouraging creative thinking and independence
Offers discreet support during activities
Enlivens the experience and builds rapport
Risk of dominating - requires sensitivity and self-awareness
Joins discussions and activities as a peer
Encourages student resourcefulness and self-reliance
Avoids spoon-feeding and promotes independent learning
Provides guidance and information when needed