Lesson Plan

HOT Questions: Creating Meaningful Questions

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Scholars examine a list of questions and sort them into corresponding groups based on similarities. A gallery walk allows peers to see how their peers sorted questions and leave notes. Costa's Level of Questions is the topic of a whole-class discussion about the relationship between questions and comprehension. After re-sorting their cards, learners read an informational text, create a set of leveled questions, and exchange them with a peer.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Scaffold the lesson's reading materials to meet the needs of your readers
  • Preview the reading materials to confirm its topic is appropriate
Classroom Considerations
  • Set aside ample time to make the many copies needed for the lesson
Pros
  • Materials come in English and Spanish
  • The lesson uses cooperative learning strategies
Cons
  • None