Collaborative Learning Norms

Which of the following is an example of active listening during group work?

• Interrupting the speaker to share your own idea

• Paraphrasing what the speaker said to show understanding

• Ignoring the speaker and looking at your phone

• Talking to another group member while someone is speaking

What is a sign of respectful communication in a collaborative group?

• Using kind and inclusive language

• Making fun of someone’s ideas

• Ignoring group members

• Talking over others

Which behavior demonstrates equal participation in a group activity?

• One person does all the work

• Everyone contributes ideas and helps with tasks

• Only the leader speaks

• Some members do not participate

What should you do if your group starts talking about unrelated topics during a collaborative activity?

• Join in the off-topic conversation

• Gently redirect the group back to the assignment

• Ignore the group and work alone

• Leave the group

Which of the following is NOT a good collaborative learning behavior?

• Supporting and encouraging peers

• Dominating the conversation

• Active listening

• Equal participation

If a group member is struggling to understand the assignment, what is the best way to support them?

• Ignore them and continue working

• Offer help and explain the task

• Tell them to figure it out on their own

• Make fun of their confusion

How can you show that you are actively listening to a teammate during a discussion?

• By looking away and not responding

• By paraphrasing their idea and asking clarifying questions

• By interrupting with your own thoughts

• By using your phone

Which strategy can help resolve a disagreement in a group respectfully?

• Raising your voice to be heard

• Listening to all viewpoints and finding common ground

• Ignoring the disagreement

• Insisting your idea is the only correct one

What is the role of a group member who notices someone is not participating?

• Ignore the situation

• Encourage the person to share their ideas

• Take over their part of the work

• Exclude them from the group

If you disagree with a teammate’s idea, what is the most effective way to communicate your perspective?

• Disagree respectfully and explain your reasoning

• Laugh at their idea

• Ignore their suggestion

• Argue loudly