Curiosity, questioning and talk
Building on pupils’ natural curiosity can only lead to engagement and success. Questioning and talk are two powerful ways to unlock that curiosity and harness pupils’ desire to learn. This course looks at these ideas in detail. This course provides first hand experience of the benefits of using stimulating material to promote curiosity and the impact of using suspense as a tool for engagement. This is woven together with effective questioning techniques and strategies for promoting effective group talk, discussion and argument.
On this course you will:
- Examine the fundamental principles of using suspense in the classroom to promote engagement and learning
- Explore the characteristics and techniques of effective questioning
- Consider the features and importance of productive talk
- Develop an awareness of what makes a good piece of stimulus material and how to make the most of it.
Target audience:
Teachers, teaching assistants and trainee teachers working with pupils age 11–16
The course lasts for a full day. However, it can be tailored to meet the needs of your organisation and delivered as a series of shorter training opportunities.
Available for:
SCIENCE
How to book this course:
Contact Jo Williams, Tel 01270 764314, to discuss how this course can be used to support the development of engaging teaching and learning in your organisation.
Charges are calculated on a course by course basis, but are typically between £450 and £950 per day, plus expenses, depending on the size of the organisation and number of people attending. Special subsidised rates apply to some of our courses and for trainee teachers.
