Judy Mohammed

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Diane, The second example is also a closed question since there is a definite answer. If you ask why questions or ones about other options, they might be more open. Judy Mohammed

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Application Questions

Marie, This is a great question. Students enjoy application questions since they get a sense of the real world. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

John, Though somewhat difficult to read, your advice is good. I usually plan my questions into my lectures. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Cynthia, I appreciate all the reminders in teaching because it is so easy to forget the good practices. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Yashama, Very good advice! It may be a little difficult to use wait time in the beginning. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Karen, This is good advice. When you get to know the students, it becomes easier to get them to speak up in class, especially the shy ones. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Yashama, This is true, we want to encourage them to use critical thinking skills with open ended questions. Judy Mohammed

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Closed and Open Questions

Marie, This is true since there would only be one possible answer. There is some thought that goes into it, but still only one answer is possible. Judy Mohammed

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Closed and Open Questions

Deronde, Closed questions can be answered with yes or no. Open questions open the classes for more discussions. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Steven, This is a good method for using students names, an important tool in teaching. I usually learn the names quickly so I only use the roster for about two lessons; however I forget the names soon after the class is over. Judy Mohammed