Design Questions (Marzano)

In the Art and Science of Teaching Evaluation Model, Domain 1: Classroom Strategies and Behaviors, is organized into nine design questions.  Each question includes a number of elements to help address the question.

Marzano, R.J.  (2007).  The art and science of teaching:  A comprehensive framework for effective instruction.  Alexandria, VA:  Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

Lesson Segments Involving Routine Events

DQ1:  What will I do to establish and communicate learning goals, track student progress, and celebrate success?

DQ6:  What will I do to establish or maintain classroom rules and procedures?

Lesson Segments Addressing Content

DQ2:  What will I do to help students effectively interact with new knowledge?

DQ3:  What will I do to help students practice and deepen their understanding of new knowledge?

DQ4:  What will I do to help students generate and test hypotheses about new knowledge?

Lesson Segments Enacted on the Spot

DQ5:  What will I do to engage students?

DQ7:  What will I do to recognize and acknowledge adherence and lack of adherence to classroom rules and procedures?

DQ8:  What will I do to establish and maintain effective relationships with students?

DQ9:  What will I do to communicate high expectations for all students?

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