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Teaching on Purpose · 11 October 2026 · 31 min
Teaching on Purpose: Hinge questions with Chris Passey
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Published by Teaching on Purpose. Teaching on Purpose is part of the Education Leaders Podcast Network.
Show notes
In this episode of Teaching On Purpose, Adam Kohlbeck and Chris Passey discuss the concept of hinge questions as a technique for checking student understanding in the classroom. They explore the importance of these questions in guiding lesson progression and addressing misconceptions, while also considering the adaptability of teaching methods based on student responses.
Takeaways
- Hinge questions guide lesson flow
- Adapt teaching based on student responses
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to Hinge Questions
- 02:12 Understanding Hinge Questions
- 04:45 Examples of Hinge Questions in Practice
- 10:27 Collecting Responses Effectively
- 13:29 Adapting Hinge Questions
- 19:07 Fluidity in Teaching Techniques
- 22:30 When Not to Use Hinge Questions
- 26:51 The Value of Individual Checks
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