As teachers, we ask a lot of questions.

• What’s the first note?

• What’s your hand position?

• Which finger plays the black key?

• What kind of note do we sing in m. 8?

• Are these notes stepping or skipping?

But, did you know there are different kinds of questions (or ways of asking questions) that can actually promote learning?

A good question does more than assess student learning or mastery of a concept; it can actually foster a deeper level of understanding, open space for productive dialogue, and promote self-reflection.