Teachers asking questions in the classroom is a very important teaching option that should be used daily in the education field. Teachers that ask questions create a different process of learning that helps students to be successful in their everyday life. There are many reasons why questions are so important in the classroom such as seeing if students are paying attention, do they comprehend the material, and are the students being productive during class time. This simple technique of teaching could possibly care on throughout a student’s life time of learning.
The correct way to ask questions to improve learning while teaching
This great technique could also be damaging or even hinder a students learning thought process. If a teacher uses this method in the wrong way the student could possibly carry this improper method throughout their life. Many teachers use this method incorrectly but the following are some examples of the correct ways in using this form of teaching. These great examples come from Asking Questions to improve Learning.
- In class discussions, do not ask more than one question at once.
- Follow a “yes-or- no” question with an additional question.
- When you plan each class session, include notes of when you will pause to ask and answer questions.
- Avoid asking “leading questions.”
- When planning questions, keep in mind your course goals.
- Aim for direct, clear, specific questions.
Hi, Duane, I agree with you that using the right method of asking questions is just as important as how you ask them. I really enjoyed reading your post because you make an excellent point and used good resources to find information. I also thought you outlined very well the ways questions should be asked. I thought I saw a couple of minor spelling errors, but that was all I saw when reading this post. Good luck to you in all that you do.
ReplyDelete"This great technique could also be damaging or even hinder a students learning thought process." What technique are you referring to?
ReplyDeleteYou did an excellent job outlining the steps to asking questions in the classroom. How do you plan on using these techniques in your classroom? How do you plan to incorporate questions into your teaching and lessons?
Good.