Teachers: Simply Adapt Your Questions & Engage More Students (No Extra Prep Needed).
Most teachers ask 100-350 questions every day. However, research shows the most common method only engages 1 in 3 students.
Discover the simple fix - free in this 10-minute video lesson.
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Why traditional questioning only engages a third of your class
Practical Classes
A smarter approach that gets more students thinking and responding
Consultations
What to do about students who never raise their hand
How one small tweak in your questioning can lead to deeper learning
Research-based, real-classroom strategies you can use tomorrow
Real Teachers Say:
James did a great job including research with practical applications of what every classroom should be like – I will be putting as much as I can into practice this year.
Orien Lattin
Assistant Principal, CO
It was applicable and actionable advice. I appreciate that he doesn’t make it sound like this is the only way and we must do it. He presents his ideas well and lets you see how you can make it work in your classroom.
Renae Robertson
Assistant Principal, WY
I love everything about James Nottingham’s presentations. Especially the ways in which he gives context and clarity and is so relatable. I could instantly see how I could refine my teaching.
Kirsten Abel
Instructional Coach, WA
I don’t know what rock I was hiding under, but this is the first time I’ve heard of James Nottingham. What an incredible experience for myself and my students!
Lisa Wadzeck
Teacher/ Instructional Coach, AZ
Love your work and way you present it. You make things very accessible and relatable. You have given so much to the field of education.
Taryn Israelson
District Instructional Coach Specialist, OR
James is an amazing presenter. I love how he makes everything so relatable, research-based AND practical.
Spencer Castle
Secondary Teacher, CO
About James Nottingham
James is an award-winning educator, author, and creator of the globally recognized Learning Pit framework. With over 20 years supporting teachers around the world, James is known for helping educators make simple shifts that lead to big learning gains, without burning out.
He’s trained 100,000+ teachers worldwide and is now making his best strategies more accessible through PD-OD (Professional Development on Demand).
James helps teachers work smarter, not harder, so students think more deeply, and learning sticks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to prep anything before watching?
Nope! This is a zero-prep video. Watch it on your lunch break and use it the same day.
Will this work in my subject or grade level?
Yes! The strategy works across all subjects and school levels.