Questioning Strategies to Activate Student Thinking (Quick Reference Guide)

When planned and executed in a strategic manner, classroom questioning is an effective way to engage all learners in thinking and speaking related to learning goals. This guide will help teachers

• Connect students to learning goals
• Hold all students accountable for responding
• Scaffold and support student thinking
• Encourage student questions and self-assessment
• Use student responses as feedback to inform teaching and learning

The guide's many tips and examples will help teachers develop questioning practices that motivate students and activate their thinking.

8.5" x 11" 3-panel foldout guide (6 pages), laminated for extra durability and 3-hole-punched for binder storage.