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.

2 comments:

Mr Lietze said...

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.

Jacqui Sharp said...

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