After asking Isaac the question regarding a favorite song for a space wake-up call on the phone last night, I confirmed by belief in the value of complex speaking points for valuable conversation.
This is a widespread concept used when interviewing, never ask simple "Yes or No" questions. Instead ask more complex questions which challenge the speaker to concentrate and evaluate his response.
I've added another criteria to my engagement speaking points for Isaac:
- No Yes or No questions (Did you have a good day in school today)
- No questions which can potentially be responded to with "good" (How was school today?)
The speaking point question for today comes from the sports world. Is it better to win the Super Bowl or an Olympic Gold Medal? After watching the Canadian win the Gold Medal in his home country last night, I would have to vote for that scenario.
2 comments:
I don't know--I was pretty proud of the Saints and their Austin quarterback--seemed to be a great celebration for a city without much to celebrate recently. Of course, then there was the picture of Brees with his son at the end. Mom
So, what was his answer on the space wake-up call?
Love, Nancy
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