Asking Questions and Defining Problems

Module 1: Asking Questions and Defining Problems: An Overview

Competency

The grain size we are using is the standard on the iNACOL document.

Learning Outcomes

  1. I can identify the elements of “Asking Questions and Defining Problems” for my grade level.

  2. I can describe why “Asking Questions and Defining Problems” is important for ALL students.

  3. I can recognize evidence of students engaging in the practice.

  4. I can describe how “Asking Questions and Defining Problems” relates to other Science & Engineering Practices.

What I will DO in this module:

  1. Explore the “Asking Questions and Defining Problems” Practice.

Module 2: Asking Questions and Defining Problems: Implementation

Competency

iNACOL Competency 1A: Shift from teacher-led instruction to student-centered learning for the purposes of meeting individual needs and fostering engagement and motivation.

Learning Outcomes

  1. I can identify the elements of “Asking Questions and Defining Problems” for which I want to elicit student evidence.

  2. I can name high-leverage instructional strategies for “Asking Questions and Defining Problems”.

  3. I can select an instructional strategy that aligns to an element of “Asking Questions and Defining Problems”.

  4. I can plan for the implementation of the selected instructional strategy for my context.

  5. I can collect and analyze implementation for the selected strategy.

What I will DO in this module:

  1. Explore one or more questioning strategies and implementation tools.

  2. Plan for the use of the selected questioning strategy.

  3. Reflect on the implementation of the selected strategy.