The Lived Experiences of Students in an 8-Week Course on Using Inductive People-Helping Questions: A Qualitative Case Study

Abstract

The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine the lived experiences of 15 students from the Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary who were trained to use inductive people-helping questions in human interactions. Participants shared their perceptions of the usefulness of inductive questioning in interpersonal helping. Key themes emerged, including improved listening skills, enhanced empathy, a greater appreciation for questioning as a tool, recognition of the importance of being present, and an understanding of people as Living texts.

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Lived experience inductive questioning active listening living texts people helping 8-week course

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