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The aim is to analyze how known information questions function in classroom discourse and their impact on communication among young children.

October 1, 1979Theory Into Practice

‘What time is it, Denise?”: Asking known information questions in classroom discourse

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The aim is to analyze how known information questions function in classroom discourse and their impact on communication among young children.
Qualitative analysis of classroom interactions
Focus on specific types of questions asked by teachers
Contextual examination of language use during lessons
Findings reveal that teachers frequently use known information questions to engage students
These questions facilitate better understanding and learning outcomes for young children
The analysis indicates a positive correlation between questioning techniques and student participation

Implication

This analysis explores the use of known information questions in classroom settings, highlighting implications for language development.

Abstract

(1979). ‘What time is it, Denise?”: Asking known information questions in classroom discourse. Theory Into Practice: Vol. 18, Communicating with Young Children, pp. 285-294.

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Hugh Mehan (1979) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69da103784371aa676a3c7fb https://doi.org/10.1080/00405847909542846

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Implication

This analysis explores the use of known information questions in classroom settings, highlighting implications for language development.

Abstract

(1979). ‘What time is it, Denise?”: Asking known information questions in classroom discourse. Theory Into Practice: Vol. 18, Communicating with Young Children, pp. 285-294.

‘What time is it, Denise?”: Asking known information questions in classroom discourse

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‘What time is it, Denise?”: Asking known information questions in classroom discourse

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