The Questioning Classroom: Learning to Use QFT
Promote students asking more questions in your science classroom – questions that promote a sense of wonder, and a love for learning!
- WhenSeptember 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
- WhereVenue to be confirmed
- Professional creditProfessional learning details on Eventbrite
STEM educators · In person. Confirm the latest schedule and availability on Eventbrite.
About this workshop
Have you ever wished students would ask more questions in your science classroom, questions that promote a sense of wonder and foster the desire to learn more? Designed for early and mid-career teachers, this workshop will explore how to use the Question Formulation Technique (QFT) to get all of your students involved in asking (and answering) phenomenon-based questions throughout your units. We will also discuss how the QFT works as a formative assessment and in fulfilling many indicators in the Danielson framework.
This is part of our series on conducting investigations in your classroom. Click HERE for the full listings including workshops on the Question Formulation Technique, treating your classroom like a research lab, and more. Listings updated regularly, check back for additions throughout the year!
What you’ll take back to your classroom.
Explore practical ideas, collaborative learning, and classroom connections shaped for STEM educators.
- Classroom-ready learningLeave with adaptable approaches you can connect to your students, curriculum, and school community.
- Subject-area focusExplore STEM teaching and learning through practical, teacher-led professional learning.
- An educator-centered experienceSTEM educators can connect the workshop ideas to their students and learning communities.
- Professional learningBuild practical knowledge with the STEMteachersNYC community.
Designed for educators: connect the workshop learning to your students, curriculum, and school community.
Peter Davenport
STEMteachersNYC workshop leader
Learn with educators who connect practical classroom experience, teacher collaboration, and subject-area expertise.
Payment and participation questions
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Can my school pay by invoice or purchase order?
Yes. Schools and organizations can request invoice or purchase-order support. Review the Registration FAQ for the process and administrator-facing template language.
Are teacher discounts or scholarships available?
Teacher-price and early-bird tickets are often available. Eligible teachers may also receive support through the Wanninkhof Excellence in Teaching Scholarship or partner programs.
What if price is a barrier?
Contact registration@stemteachersnyc.org. The team wants cost to be a conversation—not an automatic barrier to participation.
Where can I find cancellation and photography policies?
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