Question Types and Their Value | Origin: ED114R
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Questioning in the Classroom --> Question Types and Their Value
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I learned that there are two types of questions: closed and open. Under open questions there are three subgroups: comprehension, application and procedural. I learned that comprehension questions use comparison, extrapolation, translation and interpretation. These types of questions help the student and instructor understand what the level of learning is for a student. Maybe the instructor needs to go over something. Application questions use real life scenarios, the student will apply their knowledge to solve a real world problem. A minor category consists of procedural questions like "Is everyone on the right page?'
I feel the most excited about what I took away from the notes on procedural questions. I have found that there is certainly a lot of apprehension among my students (high schoolers) when asking them to share any questions and confusion they may have. I always try to be approachable and allow time for them to do this privately, but this lesson gave me some ideas on how to do that publicly as well, without stressing students out.
Asking questions, whether closed or open, after a lecture is an effective way to stimulate critical thinking during class discussion.
Guiding the learning process is, for most instructors, the most important use of questioning. It simply indicates how much students are comprehending, serving as a check for understanding and identifying misunderstandings.
I can see where asking just closed ended question will not enhance problem solving skills
This information is useful because it will make me think before I speak when asking questions. Being mindful of which questions and how I ask them in order to maximize the learning experience of my students while making them feel comfortable.
The syllabus in this course was easy to follow and made more sense that the last few syllabuses.
Closed end questions are not "bad."
Different question types encourage engagement and critical thinking. I plan to use a variety of questions to promote deeper learning.
I like the difference phrasing when trying to see if your material is sticking with the students.
The different question types such as open and closed, have different ways it could help the students. Open ended questions allow the students to show the instructor, what they know and demonstrate it verbally. and closed helps a student show their memorization skills.
I can often tell when I've used the wrong kind of questioning and am able to follow it up with the right kind. The classifications in this module help to understand why one type is better or more appropriate for a particular situation.
It stops "autopilot" teaching. By knowing these categories, an instructor can plan a mix of question types before class starts.
It was interesting to view the open ended question as an opportunity for the student to actually teach the answer to the other students.
I learned the different classifications of questions and the value of posing your questions as open ended questions.
I have learned that different types of questions will help the instructor understand how much a student has learned from the topic. It is also important to ask different types of questions to help keep the students engaged.
Different types of questions serve different purposes. Some check basic facts, while others push students to think deeper or apply what they know. I plan to mix in more open‑ended and application‑focused questions to keep my students thinking, talking, and connecting the lessons to real situations.
The types of questions and how to use them effectively
I learned the classification system for different types of questions. How to use both open and closed ended questions. I also learned how to pose question as to not intimidate students.
