Instigator of Thought activities offer teachers powerful ways to build their practice and hone their craft. By trying these activities, you are receiving ideas that are immediately useful and can spark professional learning – at your own pace and in a way that you control.
What happens in your classroom when you stop talking? Choose a time during the day, and don’t speak for 5 minutes. Instead, focus on observing and listening. See (and hear) what you can discover about your students.
What You Will Need:
- 5 Minutes
- No Materials!

