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Responding
to the
Answers
Feedback
Feedback should be positive, specific and developmental.
Be specific rather than general.
Focus on the answer rather than on the person.
When possible, give feedback immediately.
Be concise.
Talk about the process as well as the product.
Improving
Your
Practice
Reflection
Did your questions move pupils’ thinking in terms of learning
objectives?
Did your questions increase in challenge?
Did you plan and ask a series of questions?
What kinds of questions do you ask most?
Do you accept student responses in a neutral manner or do you
use verbal rewards?
To what extent do your questions promote self-evaluation by
your students?