1. Developing Questioning Skills
Why do we ask questions?
Develop student understanding
Assess prior knowledge
Stimulates a discussion
Encouraged reflective thinking
Allow for creative thinking
Classroom management

2. Types of Questions
Close Ended – one single answer is the only one correct answer that will answer the intended question. Example.
Opened Ended – require students to use background information and personal experiences to answer a question which may have more that one valid answer. Example.

3. Types of Questions Question Type Blooms Taxonomy Knowledge
Convergent Comprehension
Application
Analysis
Divergent Synthesis
Evaluation

4. Developing Questioning Skills
General Information
Ask questions that are appropriate to he grade level and ability of the child
Ask one question at a time
Ask questions before designating a person to answer
Allow for a variety of responces
Ask questions that lead to addressing the objectives of the lesson