Questioning
By consistently asking questions during a lecture course, I feel that the students become more engaged in the class and are more willing to participate.
Yes, but instructors have to be careful in order to ensure that discussions do not go too much outside the scope of the topic being discussed. Adult students are usually very eager to bring their experiences to the class. The experiences are most of the time great and relevant but one has to be mindful of the time so as to be able to complete a planned lesson.
When students are faced with a problem and ask you questions, not only do they show interest in the problem but it also shows that they are interested in finding a soultion to it. As we know that critical thinking involves questioning to a great extent to come up with options for decision-making (solutions).
Julien,
I agree because when they have to come up with the answers to their questions they remember the answers more, since they had to work to get the answers.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Jayne,
Right you are. Listening is such a valuable skill for instructors to have. The more we listen the more we learn and in turn can share with our students.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I find by asking questions and answering questions with questions. Students tend to answer there original question themselves. It encouarges them to think the problems out.
When students ask a question it shows they are "listening"......whether the question is for clarification from the instructor about the information given or additional information the student wants it is positive either way. They are engaged in the lecture!
Donald,
I agree. Their questions help us to see if we are hitting the mark with our content and how they the students are receiving it.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
