The Misconception Snapshot

Worked model: The Misconception Snapshot

1. 1Use one deliberately flawed example
2. 2Present the question and ask every learner to choose privately
3. 3Require a reason or evidence with the choice
4. 4Use the response pattern to revisit the misconception or continue

Worked classroom example

Before teaching balanced forces, ask for a quick force sketch of a car moving at constant velocity. A forward resultant arrow reveals a misconception that the explanation can address.

Teach the move

1. 1

   Use one deliberately flawed example. Learners mark the first point where the reasoning goes wrong.

2. 2

   Present the question and ask every learner to choose privately.

3. 3

   Require a reason or evidence with the choice.

4. 4

   Use the response pattern to revisit the misconception or continue.

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Teacher language

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