Questioning

Tips for Effective Questioning

By: Songlak Svasti

Benefits of questioning

Allows another person to share their thoughts

To achieve goals and gain insights

Shows that you are truly interested and engaged

To control the pace of the topic

Types of questions

Open QuestionsWhy do you feel that way?

What do you think about?

Closed QuestionsWhat time is it?

Do you have class today?

Tips

Think carefully before asking

Practice asking questions  

Be clear and specific

Be aware of your tone of voice

Use open questions to gain more details

Tips

Be patient

Taking note when possible

Always Be polite

Avoid making multiple questions

A good way to encourage others to respond

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