Biomes Group Process Rubric

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We paraphrase what others have said in our group to clarify understanding.

We ask probing questions.

We encourage and value the ideas and opinions of our group members.

All of us express our opinions and positions without hurting the feelings of others in our group.

Our differences are appreciated—we seek diverse opinions and try to come to common understanding.

We respond verbally to the ideas of others in our group and may ask for clarification.

We are interested and curious about the ideas of others in our group.

Our opinions are communicated without passing judgment, such as using “I” versus “you” messages.

We extend our discussions beyond our initial thoughts and ideas.

Differences that we have are resolved.

We acknowledge the ideas of others.

Occasionally, we repeat the ideas of others to acknowledge or indicate support.

Sometimes, we have a difficult time responding to the ideas of others in our group.

We pay attention to theconsequences of what we say or do at times, but taking turns or accepting suggestions from others is difficult.

Our differences are sometimes ignored and, when acknowledged, can be left unresolved.

We offer feedback only if requested.

We have difficulty responding to questions.

We neither acknowledge nor respond to our group members.

We don’t pay attention to the consequences of what we say or do.

Our differences are usually suppressed or ignored and sometimes result in arguments.