Types of Questions

The video tutorial focuses on framing questions in small groups and teams, based on Beebe and Masterson's book. It emphasizes the importance of crafting well-worded questions to drive productive discussions. The tutorial categorizes questions into four types: fact, prediction, value, and policy, explaining their roles in guiding group discussions and decision-making. Each type of question serves a specific purpose, from establishing facts to predicting outcomes, evaluating values, and forming policies.

Why is it important to craft well-worded discussion questions in group settings?

• To avoid any disagreements

• To drive discussions in a desired direction

• To make meetings longer

• To ensure everyone speaks equally

What is the primary goal of questions of fact?

• To predict future events

• To establish true or false statements

• To decide on group policies

• To explore personal values

Which of the following is an example of a question of fact?

• Is honesty a core value?

• What should be done to improve team performance?

• Did the defendant commit the crime?

• Will hiring more staff speed up the project?

Questions of prediction help groups by:

• Exploring core values

• Determining the truth of past events

• Deciding on immediate actions

• Assessing the likelihood of future outcomes

Which method is NOT mentioned as a way to make predictions?

• Discussing similar past cases

• Running scenarios as examples

• Using logic and reasoning

• Consulting a fortune teller

Questions of value primarily explore:

• Immediate actions to take

• Future predictions

• Core beliefs and attitudes

• True or false statements

What is the focus of questions of policy?

• Exploring personal beliefs

• Guiding decision-making and actions

• Predicting future events

• Determining factual accuracy