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.