Questioning Techniques
KWHLAQ and PBL
Questioning that leads Independent Learning
Assignment & Self Directed Learning
Mitigating Challenges in Questions
100
This line of questions goes far beyond a single word answer. It wants to know the what, why, and how. For example, "What else do we need to do to make this a success?"
What are open questions
100
This questions helps students generate their own personal background knowledge about a topic.
What is "What do we think we already know?" (K=Know)
100
As teachers we are always wanting to help our students when they get stuck. Unfortunately, this can hinder them from solving their problem independently. This question helps student try to figure it out on their own.
What is "Well, what do you think is the best way to proceed and why?"
100
Dr. Bailey gave learners a choice to select one of these to present their information.
What is a Web 2.0 tool
100
Students discuss a topic and line of questioning best in these. This encourages participation from all students, even those that may be hesitant speaking up in a WHOLE-class discussion.
What are small groups
200
This line of questioning starts with simple yes or no questions and then broadens out to more open questions. It is best used when trying to learn more detail about a specific point or gaining the interest of the person you are speaking with.
What are Funnel Questions
200
These questions are important once the student has assessed everything they know about the topic and are ready to begin their research.
What is "What do we want and need to find out?" (W=want) and "How will we proceed to investigate our questions?" (H=How)
200
This question gives students options within a topic and encourages them to make decisions and to be independent. As teachers, we are too quick to give an exact assignment which hinders independent learning.
What is "Out of all the choices given, which do you think would be the best way to approach the topic?"
200
Dr. Bailey gave students the option to select any one of these to write the essential questions on.
What is a topic
200
This practice encourages students to talk to and respond to one another. Us a "rotating chair" model in which students call on each other instead of you calling on them.
What is decentralize
300
This line of questioning is used to ensure you have the whole story and that you understand it thoroughly. For example, "What exactly do you mean by fast-track?"
What are Probing Questions
300
This line of questioning engages students throughout the process from start of the research to finished product.
What is "What are we learning daily?" and "What have we learned at the end of our investigation?" (L=Learn)
300
This type of question gives formative feedback and encourages students to analyze their work and make improvements for the next time.
What is "With the feedback given, what corrective action could be taken for the next time?
300
Dr. Bailey allowed her students to present as much or as little as this as long as the topic areas were covered. There was no length or time limit placed on the project.
What is information
300
This is the amount of time that should be given after asking a question that requires higher-level skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
What is 10 to 20 seconds
400
This line of questioning tries to lead the respondent to your way of thinking. These questions get the information you want but leave the other person feeling that they have had a choice. For example, If that answers all of your questions, shall we agree a price?"
What are Leading Questions
400
This question takes the final results of the research project to the next level of higher level thinking. Without this question, the project cannot have a long lasting impact!
What is "How and where can we apply the results of our research to this subject or our daily lives?" (A=Apply)
400
This question lets the teacher know if the student is ready to work independently.
What is "Can you complete this assignment independently and why?"
400
As long as they were cited correctly, Dr. Bailey did not limit where these could be found or which of these could be used.
What are references
400
When students respond with an answer that is very brief or short, don't miss the opportunity to ask these. For example, "Can you tell me more?" or "Why do you say that?".
What are follow-up questions
500
This line of questioning is really not questioning at all. It is used to engage the listener. For example, "Isn't John's design work so creative?"
What are Rhetorical Questions
500
These questions are the bridge between different lessons.
What is "What new questions do we have now?" and How might we pursue the questions in our next unit?" (Q=Question)
500
Gershon, Mike. 2013. Independent Learning in the Classroom. Retrieved fromhttp://mikegershon.com/independent-learning-classroom/
What is the reference to Questioning that leads to Independent Learning
500
Skiff, Dana. 2009. What is Self-Directed Learning?. Retrieved from http://www.selfdirectedlearning.org/what-is-self-directed-learning
What is the reference for Assignment & Self-Directed Learning
500
Try to frame this question in language that doesn't single out the student for his/her lack of comprehension. This type of questioning focuses this not the participant.
What is content
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