Confusion continues because the teacher, coach, or speaker responds to uncertainty by explaining something adjacent or general—without actually clarifying the student’s real misunderstanding.
43. Confusion by Instructional Deflection
A student asks a vague question, and the teacher—unsure what they’re really asking—starts explaining a broader concept, hoping it helps. The student nods, but leaves with the same fog.
This confusion comes from discomfort with silence or uncertainty, leading to information that feels like teaching but doesn’t actually resolve the issue. (Students)
