Education Quote by Daniel T. Willingham
““Sometimes I think that we, as teachers, are so eager to get to the answers that we do not devote sufficient time to developing the question.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Education Conference, 2015
Teachers often rush to answers, neglecting the skill of crafting good questions that deepen learning.
In simple terms: Focus on asking better questions, not just finding answers.
Prioritize question development in teaching.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom instruction
- lesson planning
- student engagement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster question‑asking in students?
- What habits help teachers pause before answering?
Overemphasis on answers can limit deeper understanding.