Jackie Acree Walsh Knihy

Create environments where students ask questions, not just answer them! When students become questioners, learning improves for all. Yet, even though research has repeatedly shown that student questioning increases ownership of learning and narrows opportunity gaps, studies show that students ask less than five percent of the questions in classrooms today. How do you turn this teacher-centric dynamic around? In this book by bestselling author and education expert Jackie Walsh, the author shifts the focus to student-centric learning and how to develop student questioning strategies, including self-questions, academic questions, exploratory questions, and dialogic questions. Other highlights include: - Vignettes of quality questioning in action in various grade-level and content-area classrooms - Examples of how to use questioning to harness the power of formative assessment and create a culture of inquiry - Student questioning models for distance learning

The exploration centers on the vital role of questioning in fostering meaningful classroom discussions. Authors Jackie Acree Walsh and Beth Dankert Sattes emphasize that effective questioning transforms students from passive learners into active participants, enhancing their academic and civic skills. They advocate for a collaborative approach where teachers and students engage in productive discussions, analyzing various formats such as teacher-guided, small-group, and student-driven dialogues. The book highlights the potential of these practices to elevate student thinking and learning.

The book delves into how questioning techniques and formative feedback interact in K-12 education, emphasizing the role of dialogue as a crucial link between them. It examines the importance of effective communication in fostering student learning and engagement, providing insights for educators to enhance their teaching practices through meaningful interactions.