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How to Give Directions Just One Time

Nothing is more frustrating than giving directions and having students ask you about those directions three seconds later. Somehow, this seems to happen all the time! If you’re struggling with this situation in your room, be sure to watch the video. Using the call-and-response technique just might save your sanity.

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Cassie Stephens

Cassie Stephens is an elementary art teacher from Nashville, Tennessee with nearly 20 years experience and an AOE guest contributor.

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