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Why Most Classroom Talk Fails Students: The IRE Trap & How to Fix It
Most teachers think they're having a dialogue with students. They're not. They're trapped in the IRE pattern—Initiate, Respond, Evaluate. This rigid script kills curiosity and motivation. In this video, we break down the groundbreaking 'Dialogue II' research from Germany's DFG-funded project. Led by Maralena Weil and Alexander Gröschner, this study reveals two powerful teacher training methods—Video Circles and Guided Programs—that transform classroom talk into true dialogue. You'll learn the 5 principles of dialogic teaching (collective, reciprocal, supportive, cumulative, purposeful), the specific talk moves that unlock student thinking, and the surprising truth: even experienced teachers fall into the IRE trap. Plus, discover the video coding tools used to measure real classroom change. Whether you're a teacher, trainer, or education researcher, this video will change how you see every classroom conversation. No jargon. Just actionable insights from real science.
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