Challenge Critical Thinking

Question 1

What are five distinct reasons we ask questions in the classroom?

Answer 1

1. To guide students toward understanding when introducing material.
2. Tp push students to do a greater share of the thinking.
3. To remediate an error.
4. To stretch students into a higher skill level.
5. To check for understanding.

Question 2

How many questions should a teacher ask at a time?

Answer 2

One. It helps keeps students engaged and focused and enthused.

Question 3

How should questions progress?

Answer 3

From the simple to the complex.

Question 4

What is the “Clear and Concise” technique?

Answer 4

1. Start with a question word.
2. Limit questions to two clauses.
3. If they matter, write them in advance. Script them!
4. Ask questions instead of making statements.
5. Assume the answer. Ask “Who can tell me?” not “Can anyone tell me?” The latter assumes doubt.

Question 5

Describe the “Stock Questions” technique.

Answer 5

One important thing is to ask variations of the same questions, as applied to the class material.

Question 6

What is the “Hit Rate” technique?

Answer 6

It is the use of and avoidance of a 100% correct answer rate. Start with 100% but realize that 100% can cause a stoppage of critical thinking.