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Effective Questioning. Instructor Name. Goal. Residents will be able to more effectively question their learners in the clinical setting then use those answers to better target the learner needs. Objectives. At the end of the session, the learner will be able to:
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Effective Questioning Instructor Name
Goal Residents will be able to more effectively question their learners in the clinical setting then use those answers to better target the learner needs.
Objectives At the end of the session, the learner will be able to: • Explain the benefits of effective questioning • Identify the various types of questions • Describe the technique of effective questioning
You use questioning and listening skills everyday with your patients, but are you using them effectively in your teaching?
Benefits of Effective Questioning • Arouse curiosity • Stimulate interest in the topic • Clarify concepts • Emphasize key points • Enhance problem-solving ability • Encourage students to think at higher cognitive levels • Motivate student to search for new information • Ascertain students’ knowledge level to aid in modifying instruction
Characteristics of Good Questions • Clearly stated • Common vocabulary • Thought provoking • Properly directed
Types of Questions • Knowledge • Recall of Information • Comprehension • Focuses on Topic Meaning / Intent • Application • Requires Application of New Knowledge/Skill
Types of Questions • Analysis • Systematic Process Logical Conclusion • Synthesis • Hypothesize / Predict • Use All Available Information • Evaluation • Use Specific Criteria to Assess / Justify
Questioning Techniques • Phrase questions clearly /succinctly • Ask questions w/specific intention • Wait-time =10-15 seconds • No response Rephrase at lower level
Questioning Techniques • Probe learners’ response – Helps clarify ideas, reasoning process, or expand on thinking • No response doesn’t mean ignorance • Acknowledge correct responses • Ask higher cognitive order questions (i.e., analysis, synthesis, evaluation) • Avoid trick questions
Additional Techniques • Prepare students for questioning • Use a wide variety of question types • Avoid the use of rhetorical questions • Pose whole-group questions unless seeking clarification • Respond to all answers • Throw back student questions to others
Summary • Effective questioning is key to effective teaching and learning. • There are different types of questions for desired outcomes. • Questioning technique determines your teaching effectiveness.