I read an article recently about students who hesitate when it comes to speaking up in class. The article states that students from certain economic backgrounds may hesitate when it comes to asking questions. They tend to not ask questions as often as other students. This is unfortunate, because we learn so much from asking questions.
So many times, people of all ages hold back when they want to ask a question. I see it in adults as well as young students! The funny thing about this? Every time one person asks a question, it soon becomes obvious that there are many other people in the room who are wondering the same thing!
There can be many reasons for holding back. It's not always about the fear of embarrassing ourselves--although that is one reason. Students who get used to taking care of themselves, those with parents who work many long hours, might be so used to finding answers on their own that they just aren't comfortable asking for help.
The next time you have a question in the classroom, why not seize the moment? You'll probably find that others are secretly wondering the same thing. You'll be the hero!
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