Friday, 7 November 2008
The 'What if?' key
This must be one of the most versatile 'Thinkers' key. This question can be asked in any topic or curriculum area
Maths:
What if we changed the operation from + to x?
What if we added an oval shape to our angular tessellation?
Reading:
What if statements challenging or offering a different path to the way the story went
Writing:
Argument Writing:
After writing the supporting points and examples, challenge these statements with What if questions.
Topic Studies:
The What if Thinker key should be used extensively in Topic Studies as it leads the learner into challenging situations.
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Hi Jacqui
I really enjoyed reading your blog. Just found it and decided to share it. I hope you don't mind but I have written a blog post on it. See http://lietze.edublogs.org
Jamin
P.S - if there is anything I have got wrong please let me know.
Hi Jamin, thanks for the kind comments. They were spot on, this blog is supposed to be a practical, grass roots resource for teachers. I have several others you might be interested in particularly my Web2.0 and Education http://jacquisharp.blogspot.com and my Course support blog http://jacquiscourses.blogspot.com I have been reading your blog as well over the last few weeks and it is great.
Cheers
Jacqui
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