QFocus (Question Focus): A stimulus for jumpstarting student questions. It can be a short statement or a visual or aural aid in any medium or format that can stimulate students thinking that will be expressed through their questions. It is the opposite of using a teacher's question to prompt student thinking.
Few, Basic Criteria for the QFocus
1. It has a clear focus.
2. It is not a question.
Two more guidelines may be helpful
1. It provokes and stimulates new lines of thinking.
2. It does not reveal teacher preference or bias.
Use the table below to assess your QFocus.
Plan to have a backup if your initial QFocus is unsuccessful with the students.
Few, Basic Criteria for the QFocus
1. It has a clear focus.
2. It is not a question.
Two more guidelines may be helpful
1. It provokes and stimulates new lines of thinking.
2. It does not reveal teacher preference or bias.
Use the table below to assess your QFocus.
Plan to have a backup if your initial QFocus is unsuccessful with the students.
