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Questioning Strategies - Coggle Diagram
Questioning Strategies
Planning Questions
Effective questioning requires preparation to avoid poorly phrased or disorganized questions
Unprepared questioning can lead to ineffective student engagement
Handling Student Responses
Strategies for Student Responses
Probing – Encourage deeper thinking
Comparing ideas (e.g., “How does motivation relate to learning?”)
Clarifying answers (e.g., “Can you provide an example?”)
Justifying responses (e.g., “What assumptions are you making?”)
Adjust/Refocus – Redirect off-topic responses to relevant discussions
Reinforcement – Use verbal (praise, acknowledgment) & nonverbal (eye contact, nodding) cues
Strategies for Student Questions
Listen carefully before responding
Ways to handle questions
Guide the student to find the answer independently
Discuss after class (if complex or off-topic)
Redirect it to the class for discussion
Refer to resources for further exploration
Answer it directly (when short on time)
Levels & Types of Questions
Open vs. Closed Questions
Open Questions – Allow multiple correct answers (e.g., “What are some ways to solve the energy crisis?”)
Both types can be used at any level of Bloom’s Taxonomy
Closed Questions – Have limited correct answers (e.g., “What is an adjective?”)
Bloom’s Taxonomy
Lower-level questions (Remember, Understand, Apply)
Diagnosing strengths and weaknesses
Reviewing content
Checking comprehension
Higher-level questions (Analyze, Evaluate, Create)
Problem-solving
Stimulating discussions
Encouraging critical thinking
Steps for Planning Questions
Ask extended response questions – Avoid simple yes/no questions
Write key questions in advance ("scripting") – Ensure logical sequencing
Select important content – Avoid focusing on trivial material
Phrase questions clearly – Avoid vague or leading questions
Set a clear goal – What thinking skill do you want to develop?
Anticipate student responses – Plan for misunderstandings and incorrect answers
How to deal with Non-Responses
Redirect – Ask another student to respond
Rephrase – Clarify or break down the question into smaller parts
Use "Wait Time"
Vital Takeaways
Use probing techniques to develop critical thinking
Wait time is essential for effective student responses
Vary question levels & types to encourage different thinking skills
Well-planned questions promote deeper student engagement