Instead of explaining and modeling math problems for students as they passively observe, use “what, why, how” questioning strategies so they become active participants in the problem-solving process. This deepens engagement and expands their understanding of mathematical concepts, writes high school math teacher, Rachel Fuhrman.⁣ ⁣ Here are three ways to deliver questions more effectively during guided math practice:⁣ ⁣ • What questions: Start off by asking a question like “What should I do first?” This provides an access point to engage students and ensures that they’re “actively guiding the solving process,” Fuhrman says, which helps build their confidence and agency in math. ⁣ ⁣ • Why questions: Next, Fuhrman recommends probing students’ thinking further by asking a “why” question like: “Why do we need to subtract two from both sides?” The goal at this point, she says, is to keep building students’ math language and justification skills—and bring more voices into class discussion.⁣ ...