Stimulating a Thoughtful, Well-Reasoned Exchange of Ideas
Use evidence and reasoning to foster a discussion environment where ideas are exchanged thoughtfully and respectfully.

Use evidence and reasoning to foster a discussion environment where ideas are exchanged thoughtfully and respectfully.
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11 lessons
Learners will come to discussions prepared, draw on evidence to build ideas, and participate effectively in one-on-one, group, and teacher-led discussions with diverse partners.
Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas.