Essential+Questions

=Websites on Essential Questions (Supports Critical Thinking)= **A Questioning Toolkit** [] This site is a general site about the power of planning instruction around different types of questions. There is a specific link to Essential Questions with many quality examples.

[] This is an e-paper that describes an effective approach to using essential questions in the context of inquiry-based research projects. Additional links appear at the end of the article.
 * Using the Internet to Promote Inquiry-Based Learning**

[] This link lists criteria for developing essential questions using the Understanding by Design model. It also gives examples of essential questions.
 * Criteria for Creating Essential Questions**

[] This site details successful methods for creating inquiry-based units. Included in the website is a description of the components of essential questions.
 * Developing Essential Questions / Building an Inquiry Based Unit**

[] This site gives some pointers for developing essential questions. No examples are given, but the definitions are clear.
 * Developing Essential Questions**

[] Jamie McKenzie site about the importance of questioning in the building of units. Examples, with links to other sites. User-friendly!
 * The question is the answer: Creating Research Programs for An Age of Information**

[] Examples of school-wide essential questions that are used for instruction at Parker Charter School in Massachusetts. Helpful if you want to make essential questions a school-wide focus.
 * Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School: Curriculum Assessment School-Wide Essential Questions**