Word Questioning

Description:
Word questioning is a strategy that teaches vocabulary and promotes critical thinking.  Using a concept map it challenges student to define, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate target words in their reading or unit.  This strategy can help students unlock previous knowledge and connect vocabulary to other concepts.

How to Use the Strategy:

1. Provide students with the Word Questioning worksheet
   
2. Explain each of the different areas on the concept map, comprehension, analysis, application, synthesis, knowledge, and evaluation
   
3. Give students content specific word or topic
   
4. Demonstrate one or two of the areas
   
5. Discuss finished areas in either a large or small group discussion
   

Resources
Download these resources to use in your classroom. 

word_questioning_worksheet.docx
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word questioning toolbox card.pdf
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