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Writing questions that promote higher level thinking and scaffolding

Thick & Thin and Q-Matrix are two strategies that teachers and/or students can use.  The Thick & Thin is explained on the handout.  The Q-Matrix is adapted from Kagan Publishing. 

Thick and Thin handout   Q-Matrix handout

Click here to see sample questions using the Q-Matrix written by the Social Studies Leadership Council.

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