Judy Mohammed

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Jeffrey, Great advice! Students learn better using the method you stated rather that teachers feeding information only. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Lev, Great advice! You may ask a question for which the students do not know the answer, knowing that you will give the answer in class. Then ask the question at the end of the class and see the students light up as they understand that learning took place in the class. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Thomas, Great advice! It took some time for me to be able to use wait time effectively as well. Judy Mohammed

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Closed and Open Questions

Paul, Closed: What is the purpose of TV pressure in an automatic transmission? Open: Why is TV pressure important to the operation of an automatic transmission? If there is one definitive purpose for the TV pressure, then this is a closed ended question requiring a specific response. The second one is open to interpretation. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

jason, You are correct! Some classes, like math and science, might require more closed ended questions. In the beginning, before I know my students’ names, I use to roster to ensure that I call on everyone since it is important to get everyone involved. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Angela, Isn’t it amazing how many of us were just thrown into teaching and we had to paddle along making a way for ourselves? Thankfully we made it. Evaluating the students’ comments is a great way to check on how we are doing. I often find ways to improve by reading the comments. Your advice is great! Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Kenneth, This is excellent advice! I utilize all of the techniques that you have listed. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Steven, Great advice! I use discussion often in my classes and the students enjoy the interaction as well as the class exchanges. You are right about the classes, they each have a personality of their own; so, it is good to be able to read the classes early. Judy Mohammed

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Questioning - The Basics

Don, This is an excellent technique! It allows for critical thinking and students can ask questions on parts of the lecture that may be difficult for them Judy Mohammed

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Comparison Questions

Tom, Good examples! One might argue that the first question could be open to interpretation and could be an open ended question. A more definitive closed ended might simply be, “What is a thesis statement?” Judy Mohammed