1. Describe a time in the discussion when you asked or answered a question by using information you learned while you were preparing for the discussion. 2. Describe a time in the discussion when you learned something new and changed or added to the idea with your own thoughts.

3. Describe a time in the discussion when you defended your view because someone disagreed with you.

4. Describe a time in the discussion when someone made a really good point and backed it up with strong reasons and evidence.

5. Describe a time in the discussion when someone used reasons or evidence that did not support his or her point.

6. Describe a time in the discussion when you asked a follow-up question to get more information.

7. What rules were created for the discussion? Were they followed?

8. How did you make sure that your language was appropriate to the topic and audience of the discussion? Was it formal or informal language?

9. What kinds of hand gestures and facial expressions did you and other people use to match what was being said?

10. Describe how you made sure you were listening carefully to what other people said and how you let other people know that you understood their ideas.

11. How did you use eye contact, the volume of your voice, clear pronunciation, speaking rate, or other means to connect with others during the discussion?

12. Which of your peers presented his or her ideas the most clearly? In your opinion, what made his or her ideas clear and easy to follow?