TFA+Reflections+Eric

Reflections: After each literature circle discussion, please complete the following reflection in complete sentences on your page. (Clearly label each discussion reflection.) **What were the two most interesting ideas or insights that were discussed in your group meeting today?** Describe the ideas and insights in as much detail as you can, noting the ideas and connections various members came up with as well as any follow-up questions that were asked. (This reflection needs to be a paragraph in length.)

The most interesting things to discuss was proverb. We had many conflicts among discussing about the true meaning of the proverb. Also other interesting things were discussing about neutral factors in the society. We didn't know what is proper definition for neutral, but we decided to choose a fact that doesn't have any extreme good or bad.

I thought discussion about tortoises was very interesting. There aren't many stories that involve animals and gives you the lessons. We talked about the story little, and try to figure out the purpose of the writer. Also it was pretty interesting to answer the director's questions. Questions were generalized, so there weren't any correct answers. Therefore, we were trying to figure out what is the right answer but we actually put many ideas together and got correct answers.

The most significant things we discussed was proverb, "Man danced, and Drum was beaten." It was very challenging to get the true meaning, so we came out with many different types of definitions for it. Hyun jin thought it was just reflecting on traditions in Igbo society, but on the other hand, I thought it meant whenever people do achieve something they will get rewarded for doing it.

Assessment: (Grade for the conversation) > - yes, we did. - Yes, I did
 * all members prepared for the meeting
 * focused on the text, referring frequently to the novel to support comment
 * active questioning and participation by all members
 * - Yes, we had intense discussion about proverb.
 * polite and considerate interaction
 * - Yes, I touched their feelings with generous comments.
 * going beyond obvious, superficial answers
 * - We were trying to answer the questions in many different perspectives.
 * asking follow-up questions
 * - Yes, We asked questions to each other.
 * respectfully disagreeing
 * - Before we disagree, we got permissions to disagree.

Questions to keep the conversation going:
 * Where do you see that in the text?
 * How does that support your idea?"
 * Does anyone have an idea we haven't heard?
 * Can you explain what you mean?
 * Why do you think __ ?
 * Why do you like that answer?

Be Friendly:
 * smile
 * use names
 * encourage others to participate
 * recognize others' contributions "That was a thoughtful comment (insert name)."
 * look at the other members in the group while speaking

- Our group was always been active all the time. We were actually having fun while we were discussing. We had fun time and brought up many different interesting ideas such as the meanings of the proverb.

Express Support:
 * "You must be butter because you are on a roll!"
 * "You are on fire, (insert name)!"
 * "That was A+ quality, (insert name)!"
 * "Come on (insert name), your group is behind you!"
 * "We believe in you, (insert name)!"