Questioning Technique Fits into Instruction

The 'Questioning and Discussion technique' is a core component of active teaching methods used during a lesson. Its primary purpose is to facilitate learning and maintain student involvement.

Instruction and Engagement

This technique directly supports two key aspects of teaching:

• Instruction: Asking questions helps assess understanding, clarify concepts, and guide students towards learning objectives. Discussions allow for deeper exploration of topics.
• Engaging Students: Both questioning and discussion actively involve students in the learning process, moving beyond passive listening and promoting critical thinking.

Why Other Options Are Less Suitable

• Planning and preparation: This technique is implemented *during* the lesson, not during the planning phase which occurs beforehand.
• Managing student behaviour: While effective questioning can sometimes help manage behaviour by keeping students focused, its main role isn't discipline but instruction and engagement.
• Professional responsibilities: This is a very broad category encompassing all aspects of a teacher's job, including ethics, collaboration, and professional development. 'Questioning and Discussion' is a specific pedagogical strategy within the instructional domain.

Therefore, the 'Questioning and Discussion technique' is fundamentally part of Instruction and Engaging students.