Quick Reference: Evaluation-Seeking vs Learning-Seeking Questions
Spot and replace evaluation-seeking questions with learning-seeking questions.
Which question opens a better loop after a presentation? Score versus signal Learning-seeking questions are easier to act on and harder to answer with empty praise. Which question helps after a draft review? Identity-safe versus progress-useful Choose the question that someone could answer with a visible example. How can you tell a question is still evaluation-seeking? If the best answer would be a grade, compliment, or identity label. Learning-seeking questions usually ask about a moment, sequence, decision, or behavior. What simple stem shifts you toward learning-seeking? “What about my _____ should I adjust next time?” Fill the blank with an…
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