Fillers in Teaching #medicaleducation #education #learning #fillers #filler #teaching #teacher #1
Channel: SPM & Research with Dr Rock Britto
Date: 2023-12-25

Fillers in Teaching. 
The term "fillers" can have different meanings depending on the context. Here are a couple of possible interpretations:

Fillers in Classroom Management:

In the context of classroom management, "fillers" may refer to activities or brief tasks that teachers use to occupy students' time when there is extra time available or when transitions between activities need to be smooth. These activities can be educational and engaging, preventing downtime and keeping students focused.
Fillers in Language Teaching:

In language teaching, "fillers" might refer to words or expressions that are used in conversation to give the speaker time to think, to maintain the flow of speech, or to fill pauses. These are often common words or phrases like "um," "uh," "you know," etc.

In the context of language teaching, "fillers" are words, phrases, or expressions that students use to fill pauses or gaps in their speech while they think about what to say next. These linguistic fillers are common in natural conversation and play a role in maintaining the flow of speech. They are often used when a speaker needs a moment to gather their thoughts, articulate ideas, or bridge gaps in communication. Here are some examples of fillers:

Um: Used when a speaker is pausing to gather their thoughts or indicate uncertainty.

Example: "Um, I'm not sure, but I think the answer is..."
Uh: Similar to "um," used to signal hesitation or a pause in speech.

Example: "Uh, I haven't really thought about it that much."
Well: Often used to introduce a response or give the speaker a moment to organize their thoughts.

Example: "Well, I suppose one way to approach it is..."
You know: Used to involve the listener or to seek confirmation.

Example: "It was, you know, a really interesting experience."
Like: Sometimes used as a filler word, especially among younger speakers.

Example: "So, like, I was thinking we could..."
So: Frequently used to start a sentence or provide a transition.

Example: "So, what I was saying is..."
Including discussions about these fillers in language teaching can be beneficial. It helps learners understand that the use of fillers is a natural part of spoken language, contributing to fluency and communication. Additionally, addressing fillers can be part of teaching conversational strategies and developing overall language proficiency.

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References:
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
FOR A MEDICAL
TEACHER
An Introduction to Teaching and Learning
in Medicine
Second Edition
Ronald M. Harden 
Various internet references.