Have them qualify their answers and relate them to their world. His takes precedence over all the str5ategies you have learned in college education courses. Students must feel that they and their contributions make a difference in the classroom and that what they have learned will benefit them in the real world. Ask for their help. Much of today's instruction is related to the computer and acquiring information over the Internet.
Many students are creative and talented in music, writing, art, video production or other areas.
Draw upon their expertise. Allow these talents to shin in the classroom in individual or small group presentations. Peer teaching can be an excellent way to work with high school students, allowing you to guide and mentor, ask for adjustments, refinements, or clarifications. If students know they are producing something permanent with their individual stamp on it, their willingness to learn increases. The connection to what you are teaching becomes personal, meaningful.