GOOD QUESTIONS START WITH...
Ever ask a question and hear crickets chirping? I know I have!
How can you ask a question and get the types of answers you are looking for? By using the right word at the beginning of the question!
If we can get used to starting questions with the right words, we can help children build great communication skills and guide them through great discussions in the Experiential Learning Process. What words am I talking about? Starting questions with these words encourage longer more thoughtful answers.
What if "What happened" "What if"
How "How did you decide" "How did that"
Tell me "Tell me about...."
We also want to avoid using words that allow children to answer the question in one word. Typically, starting questions with these words encourages short, one word answers.
Who
When
Which
Can
Whose
One trick I like to use - write the questions down as you write your plans! It takes the pressure off!