Instructional Methods & Techniques Flashcards

A team coach wants to help members experience a concept firsthand rather than just hear about it. Which instructional method best achieves this?

Answer: Experiential learning activity

Experiential learning engages participants directly through doing, which deepens retention and understanding compared to passive methods.

During a retrospective, the coach notices team members are hesitant to speak honestly. Which facilitation technique best addresses psychological safety?

Answer: Anonymous written input before group discussion

Anonymous input lowers the social risk of sharing, making it safer for team members to express honest views before open dialogue.

A coach uses the 'fishbowl' technique in a workshop. What is the primary purpose of this method?

Answer: To allow an inner group to discuss while outer observers listen and reflect

The fishbowl technique creates an observed inner circle discussion, giving the outer group insight into different perspectives and communication styles.

Which questioning technique is most effective for deepening a team's reflection during a coaching session?

Answer: Open-ended questions

Open-ended questions invite deeper thinking and exploration rather than simple one-word answers, fostering richer team reflection.

A coach introduces a case study from a different industry to help the team solve their current challenge. This approach is best described as:

Answer: Benchmarking by analogy

Using cross-industry case studies as analogies helps teams gain fresh perspectives by drawing parallels to solutions from outside their own domain.

What is the main advantage of using 'think-pair-share' in a team coaching session?

Answer: It gives individuals time to formulate thoughts before sharing with the group

Think-pair-share builds individual reflection and peer dialogue before broader group discussion, increasing quality of contributions.

When a team is stuck in abstract debate, which instructional technique can ground them in concrete reality most effectively?

Answer: A role-play or simulation exercise

Role-play and simulations make abstract scenarios tangible by having team members act through them, revealing real dynamics and solutions.