I always start my conversation by asking the student how their day is going and acknowledge their answer. I feel that students ease into the conversation by this question and gives me an opportunity to ask more questions.
I try to focus on asking open-ended questions like, "How do you feel this program will benefit you?" I know this is an effective question because it forces the prospective student to elaborate on their answer.
Patrick, Great question. It opens the conversation up to build rapport and allows the student to direct the conversation.
Dr. Jean Norris
The question I start off with most students is, "Tell me about your day?" I like to get to know how they see the day first. The effectiveness in this questions comes from their response.
1. "It's great, how is yours?" By this response that the conversation is not serious, but probably going to be positive.
2. "It's okay. I need to talk to you about a situation. By this response, it is clear the student means business, and wants to avoid small talk.
I ask them "How are you doing, and how have your classes been? Is there anything that you need from me to help you?
Kolt, Great questions to start a conversation. How do you know these are effective? What are some questions you can ask to gain more in depth information about your student?
Dr. Jean Norris
I ask them, " how are you doing today?" And, do yo need any help with anything?"
