Participation

• Is the student prepared for discussion?
• Does the student use the text to share passages? To support ideas and opinions? How effectively?
• Does the student listen actively to others?
• Does the student ask questions? Are they relevant?
• Do the questions get a thoughtful response? Does the student contribute thoughtful ideas?
• Does the student build on other people’s comments?
• Does the student keep the group on task?
• Does the student make appropriate connections to other books, authors and experiences?
• Does the student demonstrate critical thinking skills when discussing concepts?