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Checklist for Conducting Shared Inquiry Discussion

Before participating in a Shared Inquiry Discussion, students will need to read the story, or have it read to them, twice (see Lesson 4).

Click on a checklist item. Details will appear to the right. Arrange seating in a circle Determine group size Prepare a seating chart Explain the four rules Distribute the Building Your Answer form Pose an interpretive question (see Lesson 2) Give students ample time to reflect and write an answer Lead discussion by asking questions (see Lesson 3) End discussion after... Conduct a brief closing activity

7. Give students ample time to reflect and write an answer. People think in different ways and at different rates. It is too easy to jump into discussion before everyone is truly ready. Writing helps students think; it demands that they articulate their ideas in words and sentences. After writing, students are in a much better position to contribute constructively to the discussion. Students who have written are also in a better position to listen to and appreciate the ideas of others. They don’t have to worry that they will forget their idea, and they have an established viewpoint from which to consider other alternatives.

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The best introduction to Shared Inquiry and using Junior Great Books is the Basic Leader Training Course.
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