Classroom FAQ - Classroom Help (2024)

FAQs

How students can ask for help in the Classroom? ›

when you approach them, say “excuse me” and ask if they have time to help. state the problem you are having and be specific about the kind of help you need.

Failure to ask for help can affect students' academic performance, self-esteem, and potentially their access to learning in the future.

Make your class more interactive by asking questions, soliciting opinions, getting students to make short presentations, encouraging discussions and using audio, video and other sources to prompt dialogue and debate. Remember, without engagement and motivation there is no learning. Be clear and well organized.

The first step is to figure out what you need help with. Do you need help understanding a concept, or do you have a specific question about a math problem? Teachers are there to help students understand the materials. For example, if you need help with an essay, figure out which part of it you need guidance on.

Contact the teacher at the right time.

If possible, contact the teacher ahead of time via note, phone, text, or email to schedule a time for you all to talk. For example, you could send an email that says, “Greetings! I would like to ask your help with something.

While asking for help may come naturally to some, for most people, relying on others is a resiliency skill to learn. We know from research that acts of altruism, providing aid without expecting anything in return, facilitate people in living happier and more satisfactory lives.

Asking for help is actually a sign of strength. We're not meant to go it alone. We need to support each other, and asking for help is evidence that you're ready to fight for yourself. Some people also worry that asking for help means they'll be in debt or owe something.

What is effective questioning in the classroom? ›

What are effective questions? Effective questions are meaningful and understandable to students. Effective questions challenge students, but are not too difficult. Closed-ended questions, such as those requiring a yes/no response, or multiple choice can quickly check comprehension.

Some examples of ineffective questions:

Too vague. Students are unsure of what is being asked and may refrain from attempting to answer. Too loaded. Students may guess at what you want them to say rather than tell you what they think.

Remind your child that you are always there if they need help with anything, even issues you have not mentioned or questions they think you may not be able to answer. Assure them they won't be in trouble. For example, you can say, 'You can always ask me for help, even if it's about something you think is rude'.

It's helpful to be specific about the concerns or questions you have so they can help you to the best of their ability. You can make a list, come prepared with talking points, or highlight lessons or concepts that you need help with.

Tell your teacher how they can help. For example, “Can you help me come up with ways to make more friends?” If you don't know how you want your teacher to help, you it's okay for you to say that, too. Try saying, “I need your help with a problem, but I don't know what kind of help I need.”