In this two-part synchronous workshop, participants will learn how to facilitate the Question Formulation Technique (QFT), a strategy that opens up highly-effective questioning and discussion amongst students. After learning the technique, participants will then learn how to use various remote teaching tools and methods for facilitating the QFT. The workshops will also teach participants how to scaffold the QFT for English Language Learners (ELLs) at varying levels of language proficiency.

Part 1: Monday, January 11, 2021 (2-hour session) - 1:00-3:00 PM
Participants will learn what Question Formulation Technique is, how it was developed, and how to facilitate the QFT with students. After learning the technique, participants will then learn about various remote teaching tools and methods for facilitating the QFT.

Part 2: Tuesday, January 12, 2021 (2-hour session) - 1:00-3:00PM
How do we scaffold the QFT across age groups and language proficiency levels? In this Part 2 Session, participants will respond to a front-loaded, grade-level video of the QFT in action and learn some tips for grade-appropriate QFT scaffolds. Participants will then learn strategies for facilitating the QFT with students at varying levels of language proficiency.

This workshop includes 1 credit of asynchronous work. The course instructor will send information on these assignments in the weeks prior to the course start date. Zoom meeting links and information will be sent a few days prior to the start of Session 1.

Deadline for registration: Monday, January 4, 2021.

Fee: Free

For questions regarding this activity, please contact the HV RBERN.

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