classroom questioning

This document discusses classroom questioning techniques for teachers. It defines questions and explains that they are an important teaching tool for engaging students and assessing learning. The document outlines various reasons for asking questions in the classroom, including to check understanding, develop critical thinking, and stimulate independent learning. It also describes Bloom's Taxonomy and other frameworks for categorizing different types of questions from basic recall to higher-order analysis and evaluation. Specific questioning techniques are presented, such as no hands, call and response, and equitable questioning. Guidance is provided on framing questions clearly, giving wait time for responses, and arranging the physical classroom to encourage participation through questioning.