1)
Explore Origin of Idea(s)
Examples:
Q: “Where did you get the information that
helped you answer the question?”
Q:
“What led you to this opinion?
Goal : To explore the underlying assumptions of beliefs (that may be held
unconsciously).
2)
Examine Support for Idea(s)
Examples
Q:
“Do you think your response is based on fact, or is your response your personal
belief?”
Q:
“Where could you locate evidence to support your response?”
Q:
“How do you substantiate this response, do you have proof?”
Q:
“Is your response one that would be accepted by a good number of your peers?”
Q:
“Would someone who is an expert in the area of the question provide a response
similar
to yours?”
Goals:
To distinguish between fact & opinion, to consider available evidence.
3)
Identify Potential Conflicts with Idea(s)
Examples:
Q:
“What are some counterarguments that people might present to your response?”
Q: “Why would some people have a different point
of view?”
Q:
“Under what conditions would you consider changing your response to this
question?”
Q:
“What additional information would you need to modify your response?”
Q:
“How would you counter an opposing response?”
Goals:
To acknowledge and analyze different viewpoints, to observe any inconsistencies
in personal beliefs
4)
Analyze Implications & Consequences
Examples:
Q:
“What are the consequences of this response?”
Q: What changes would occur if your idea became
policy? Who would be impacted
positively?
Would anyone be impacted negatively? Who?
Goal:
To assess long term effects of beliefs/actions.