Questioning sits at the heart of great teaching. The right questions can spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and help pupils think more critically about their learning. When questioning is used well, it not only supports knowledge retrieval but also helps pupils to develop their oracy, confidence, and self-regulation.
A strong questioning culture encourages positive interactions between teachers and pupils and can lead to:
– Improved communication skills
– Active participation
– Growing confidence
A crucial starting point is creating a positive classroom environment where interactions between teacher and pupils encourage openness and trust.
This staff meeting starter invites teaching staff to reflect on how they use questioning to foster that environment – one where pupils feel confident to ask, answer, and explore ideas.
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