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Skilful questioning: The beating heart of good pedagogy - Coggle Diagram
Skilful questioning: The beating heart of good pedagogy
Key Insights
Timing Matters
Wait 3–15 seconds after asking for better responses
Pausing gives students time to think, making answers more thoughtful and complete.
Cognitive Levels
Balance low-level and higher-order questions
Using both simple and complex questions develops understanding and critical thinking.
Types of Questions
Mix recall and open questions to boost thinking
Open questions promote reasoning and discussion while recall questions check knowledge.
Question
How can teachers get all students to contribute efficiently?
Implications for Teaching
Plan Questions
Vary types and difficulty to engage all students
Careful planning ensures lessons are challenging, inclusive, and meaningful
Boost Participation
Use techniques like think-pair-share to involve more students
Structured activities help quieter students contribute confidently and actively