In the Types of Questions to Ask in the Classroom module, I learned the importance of diversifying question types to enhance student engagement and promote higher-order thinking. Closed questions can be valuable for checking factual recall, but open-ended questions, particularly those that encourage interpretation, analysis, and application, are essential for fostering critical thinking and deeper understanding. This module highlighted how different question types serve unique purposes, from procedural questions that ensure students follow along to interpretive and comparative questions that encourage students to draw connections and think critically.
In applying this knowledge, I intend to be more intentional in my… >>>