QFT on one page

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That’s it!  You’ve completed the QFT.  Perhaps it was somewhat jumpy, but ongoing use and application to other Question Focus topics will improve the flow. Perhaps try it with a couple of family members or work colleagues using a Question Focus of your own choosing and see what new thinking and possibilities emerge. Take the technique, use it with the Board and see what it opens up between you all.

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To summarise the Question Formulation Technique:

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QFT on One Page

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1. Question Focus

2. Produce Your Questions

   • Follow the rules

   • Number your questions

3. Improve Your Questions

   1. Categorise questions as Closed or Open-ended

   2. Change questions from one type to another

4. Prioritise Your Questions 

5. Share & Discuss Next Steps

6. Reflect

 

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The Rules

• Ask as many questions as you can

• Do not stop to discuss, judge or answer

• Record exactly as stated

• Change statements into questions

 

 

The Types

• Closed-Ended: answered with “yes,” “no” or one word

• Open-Ended: require longer explanation