Group Discussions

Question 1

For each statement, identify whether the behavior is appropriate or inappropriate preparation for a class discussion.

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A student researches the topic to support her opinions and ideas with evidence.: appropriate; A student relies only on his knowledge and opinions, rather than researching evidence, to prepare for a discussion.: inappropriate; A student creates digital notes on a tablet prior to a discussion.: appropriate; A student writes notes by hand on a pad prior to a discussion.: appropriate

Question 2

Which of these are examples of being a prepared participant? Check all that apply.bringing written notes to the discussiondoing research in advance to find factsmemorizing notes so they are not neededavoiding forming any opinions in advancedeveloping opinions to provide perspectivesupporting ideas and beliefs with evidence

Revolt · Accepted Answer

bringing written notes to the discussion; doing research in advance to find facts; developing opinions to provide perspective; supporting ideas and beliefs with evidence

Question 3

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Revolt · Accepted Answer

An idea that is objective and can be proven true is a(n) .: fact; An idea that is subjective and based on an interpretation is a(n) .: opinion; Facts are accurate and , while opinions are personal and .: unchanging; Facts are accurate and , while opinions are personal and .: changeable

Question 4

What are the best reasons for all participants to conduct research before a discussion? Check all that apply.to prove to the group that they enjoy the topicto be able to take over the discussion and run itto discover relevant information to use as evidenceto show why they are right and others in the group are wrongto form opinions to share with the group during the discussion

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to discover relevant information to use as evidence; to form opinions to share with the group during the discussion

Question 5

What should a group do before a discussion takes place?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

set limits to keep the discussion focused

Question 6

How does a group create appropriate limits for a discussion? Check all that apply.by setting goalsby identifying rolesby focusing the topicby establishing rulesby deciding how to choose the winnerby conducting research

Revolt · Accepted Answer

by setting goals; by identifying roles; by focusing the topic; by establishing rules

Question 7

Which questions can help you be a better active listener? Check all that apply.“Can you explain what you mean by that?”“Are there other facts you could introduce?”“Did you do any real research on this topic?”“Which evidence helps to support your claim?”“What makes you so sure your opinion is right?”“Can you provide examples to support your ideas?”

Revolt · Accepted Answer

“Can you explain what you mean by that?”; “Are there other facts you could introduce?”; “Which evidence helps to support your claim?”; “Can you provide examples to support your ideas?”

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