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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

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What is Shared Inquiry Discussion (SID)?
Shared Inquiry is the heart of Junior Great Books activities.
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How do students benefit from Shared Inquiry Discussion? Shared Inquiry helps students develop ideas and share them with others.
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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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