Asking Better Questions

Asking Better Questionsexplores the compelling role of questions in creating a powerful learning environment. Research tells us that the person who asks the question is the active learner, yet too many classrooms still revolve around teacher-generated questions. This revision of a classic teacher resource recognizes that it takes time and diligence to become an effective questioner. Based on extensive classroom experience, this comprehensive guide: helps teachers understand why questions are so important to teaching and learning; suggests an uncomplicated way to classify the questions teachers need to ask in order to acquire information, build understanding, and generate reflection; promotes a simple three-part classification of questionsquestions that tap into what is already known; those that build a context for shared understanding; and those that challenge students to think critically and creatively; offers models, techniques, activities, and examples which promote better questioning by teachers and students; allows for various entry points based on the interests and needs of the classroom teacher. The book recognizes that "thinking" and "feeling" are the essential components of a classroom that respects and encourages questions. It is committed to helping teachers ask the appropriate question at the right moment, providing a variety of teaching stances, roles, and situations that will elevate language and encourage divergent thinking.Morgan, Norah is the author of 'Asking Better Questions ', published 2006 under ISBN 9781551382098 and ISBN 1551382091.