Calling on all students and not just the ones that know the answers immediately was something that really jumped out to me. By bringing everyone into the conversation, the teacher is communicating that it is alright if you don't the answer, but to try anyway. This can be important for some students in order for them to attempt at giving the correct answer.
I can remember being the student who knew all of the answers and the one who wished that the teacher would never call on me. When I knew the correct answer, I loved to be called on. However, when I didn't know the answer and the teacher called on me for the answer, I would either guess or say I had no idea. This forced me to pay attention in class and I also realized that I will not always understand what the answer is.
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