Proper Questioning Techniques

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For one to apply questioning techniques adequately, the following should be observed;
i. Clarity of expression. Use simple language and to the level of the audience which will
produce the right responses.
ii. Question on what is within the experience, ability and background of the learners to get
response.
iii. Have an answer in mind.
iv. The questions should be directed to the whole group to the involvement of as many
people as possible.
v. Sequence questions so that they chart a logical sequence reflecting the development of
the presentation.
vi. Use prompting questions when there is no response or the response is weak, or the
response is partly or completely incorrect.
vii. Pick on individuals to respond questions, use their names.
viii. Use probing techniques to get better response through support questions, clarification
rephrasing and use of examples e.t.c.
ix. Pause after asking a question for digestion, organization and response from the learners.
x. Give credit for effort made by using enforcement techniques.
xi. Do not interrupt the learners? response even if it is wrong.
xii. Accept correct answers and comment on the wrong ones so that the learners have no
doubt as to the correct response.
xiii. Avoid chorus answers and rhetorical questions.

Titany answered the question on November 1, 2021 at 12:17

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