User:Vtaylor/Active learning/Ask


 * using QFT Question Formulation Technique - Right Question Institute (RQI) provides some great examples on their web site, it can be a valuable tool in a project based-learning setting as well. This type of rich inquiry elevates student autonomy and collaboration in a Yes, And sort of way and helps create a culture focused on safety in discovery rather than intimidating teacher coverage.

Students ask questions
 * KWL chart, where students would write down what they know about a topic under the “K” column and questions they have under the “W” column. At the end of the unit, students can jot down what they learned under the “L” column.
 * Ask students to turn to the person next to them and form a pair to share their questions and seek out answers.
 * Ask students to link one of their questions to a specific teacher-created category. Students whose questions fall under the same category will form an impromptu group to conduct further research.
 * Assign different groups for each day of the week. If a discussion ensues on a Wednesday, for example, students will meet with their Wednesday group.