Sometimes a series of related questions are needed to clarify student misconceptions. Teachers assess student understanding by asking specific questions related to the topic. Teacher seldom uses questioning. Teacher asks questions to check for understanding, but does not attempt to clarify misconceptions. Teacher uses questioning to check for misconceptions and sometimes uses this information to clarify concepts.
Teacher consistently uses questioning to clarify misconceptions and monitor student work.
Uses higher-order questions to engage students in original, creative, and evaluative thinking. Teachers should structure and sequence questions in a way that is designed to guide students to higher levels of thinking. Appropriate and purposeful questions at a variety of levels should be used. Teacher seldom uses questioning. Teacher asks questions at the lowest level-gathering and recalling information.