The topic for the discussion was gun control. Before the discussion, I researched the topic and decided what stance I was taking on the subject. Then came up with specific points I wanted to talk about and took notes so that I was very prepared. For the discussion, there were few rules.
The main ones were to listen when others speak, be respectful, and let everyone have a turn.
During the discussion, I think I presented my viewpoint well by stating it in a clear and understandable way while allowing for opposition. My beliefs prior to the discussion did influence how I presented my opinion. It made me more passionate and guarded to disagreement.
However, I did try to understand others views and respect them even when I disagreed. I was
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Other participants did the same thing. They were respectful of others views while maintaining their own theories and arguments. There were a few times when one person did not agree and said that someone was wrong even though what they were saying was factual. Often times our viewpoints differed and I think that was due to how we were raised and the people we grew up around. During the discussion, I stayed passionate about my topic while continuing to be respectful and aware of my audience and the setting of the discussion. I used both formal and informal tones because while it was like a debate it was still a conversation. During heated moments others, as well as myself, would use exaggerated hand gestures or movements. When disagreeing I often found myself becoming guarded but still remaining in the discussion. To connect with other and show I was an active listener I tried to keep eye contact although it was
GROUP DISCUSSION 1 difficult because of my anxiety but I think I should work on it. I tried to keep my voice at a level volume so as not to be rude or talk over others. At the end of the discussion, I think the group didn’t really come to a consensus because we were all very stuck in our views but I know for me
The main ones were to listen when others speak, be respectful, and let everyone have a turn.
During the discussion, I think I presented my viewpoint well by stating it in a clear and understandable way while allowing for opposition. My beliefs prior to the discussion did influence how I presented my opinion. It made me more passionate and guarded to disagreement.
However, I did try to understand others views and respect them even when I disagreed. I was
moderately …show more content…
Other participants did the same thing. They were respectful of others views while maintaining their own theories and arguments. There were a few times when one person did not agree and said that someone was wrong even though what they were saying was factual. Often times our viewpoints differed and I think that was due to how we were raised and the people we grew up around. During the discussion, I stayed passionate about my topic while continuing to be respectful and aware of my audience and the setting of the discussion. I used both formal and informal tones because while it was like a debate it was still a conversation. During heated moments others, as well as myself, would use exaggerated hand gestures or movements. When disagreeing I often found myself becoming guarded but still remaining in the discussion. To connect with other and show I was an active listener I tried to keep eye contact although it was
GROUP DISCUSSION 1 difficult because of my anxiety but I think I should work on it. I tried to keep my voice at a level volume so as not to be rude or talk over others. At the end of the discussion, I think the group didn’t really come to a consensus because we were all very stuck in our views but I know for me