Sit, translate, rotate is a strategy that gets students thinking about the language but it is also a way to add that much-needed movement in the classroom. This strategy is easy to use and requires minimal prep for teachers.
Sit, translate, rotate is as easy as it sounds. Students will sit with the material you are providing (a video, a story, an article) and work with a partner to translate the resource into English. After a set amount of time, students will rotate to a new partner.
How it works
I generally use this with a teacher-created resource but it can be used with authentic resources too. I record a story or sentences and provide the links to students. I set a timer for about 2 minutes and students will work with that partner for the allotted time. Once the signal to rotate is given, students will move to the next partner. With the new partner, students will quickly compare where they left off. Whoever is closer to the beginning of the material is where the new group will start.
Sometimes one of the partners will have to go back to an earlier part of the material. This is OK. That partner can assist in the translation and compare translations with the new partner. Partners should be at the same spot.
Why it works
- Its an interactive activity
- There is a lot of movement involved
- Students work with different levels of learners
- Students have to step out of their friend zone and work with others
- There is repetion involved
- Students build confidence when they work with others and can be successful
- It is collaborative
I would love to hear how you are using this strategy in your classroom. Join us in the Facebook group and tell us what you are up to.
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