1.What is a discussion?

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2.What is a debate?

3.Debate is more ___ and __ than discussion.

4.Both discussion and debate require _______________, _______________, and _______________ skills.

5.What is active listening?

6.What is a claim?

7.What is a counterclaim?

8.What do we call the facts, documentation, or testimony used to strengthen a claim?

9.What do verbal clues include?

10.What do non-verbal cues include?

11.Discussions are about _______________ instead of _______________. Discussion participants will hopefully reach a _______________.

12.Collegial discussions are usually _______________ and _______________.

13.Questions in a collegial discussion should relate to a ________________________________________.

14.What is empathy?

15.What do open-ended questions require?

16.What is an example of an open-ended question?

17.What does it mean to justify a claim?

18.What are diverse perspectives?

19.Disagreement gives us a chance to _______________ ideas where we may have been unclear.

20.What does it mean to verify your viewpoints?

21.Before giving a speech, you should have a _______________ and know your _______________.

22.What are rhetorical strategies?

23.What does fallacious mean?

24.What are the three models of persuasion?

25.Which model of persuasion appeals to logic? Which one appeals to ethics? Which one appeals to emotion?

26.A difference of opinions or diverse perspectives are unavoidable because people have different _______________, _______________, and _______________ about issues.

27.Why is disagreement essential for good conversation?

28.In a collegial discussion, a variety of _______________, _______________, and _______________ are bound to be presented.

29.By exposing ourselves to divergent perspectives, we start to make new _______________.

30.If you have not done so already, watch the two videos linked below about plagiarism and academic integrity. As you watch the videos, answer the questions.
Video #1: “What is Plagiarism and Why is it Bad?” (5 mins.)
31.What is a bibliography?

32.What is plagiarism?

33.By NOT ______________________________________, you are implying that you came up with everything on your own.

34.Schools expect you to maintain your _______________ and your _______________.

35.Schools have their own Academic Integrity policies, but it is not uncommon for a school to _______________ students who plagiarize.

36.Teachers want to know what you _______________, not just _______________.

37.Always mention (cite your source) when you take an _______________ from somewhere.

38.Video #2: “Academic Honesty and Types of Plagiarism” (2 mins.)
Buying a paper, having someone write a paper for you, or copying and pasting entire passages without crediting the source are all examples of _______________.

39.What is word switch plagiarism?

40.What is patchwork or style plagiarism?

41.What is idea plagiarism?

42.What qualifies as common knowledge?

43.What is an example of common knowledge?

44.What is self plagiarism?

Answer 1

1. What is a discussion?
   A discussion is a conversation or debate about a specific topic where participants exchange ideas, opinions, and information. The aim is typically to explore a subject in depth and understand various perspectives.

2. What is a debate?
   A debate is a structured argument where participants present opposing viewpoints on a particular issue. Each side attempts to persuade an audience of their position through logical reasoning, evidence, and rhetorical strategies.

3. Debate is more formal and competitive than discussion.

4. Both discussion and debate require critical thinking, communication, and active listening skills.

5. What is active listening?
   Active listening is the practice of fully concentrating on what is being said, understanding the message, responding thoughtfully, and remembering key points.

6. What is a claim?
   A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true, typically without providing evidence or proof.

7. What is a counterclaim?
   A counterclaim is an opposing argument or viewpoint that challenges the validity of a claim.

8. What do we call the facts, documentation, or testimony used to strengthen a claim?
   Evidence.

9. What do verbal clues include?
   Verbal clues include tone of voice, word choice, pacing, and the use of language that indicates the speaker’s attitudes or emotions.

10. What do non-verbal cues include?
    Non-verbal cues include body language, facial expressions, posture, eye contact, and gestures that convey meaning without words.

11. Discussions are about collaboration instead of competition. Discussion participants will hopefully reach a consensus.

12. Collegial discussions are usually respectful and constructive.

13. Questions in a collegial discussion should relate to a shared topic of interest or concern.

14. What is empathy?
    Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings and perspectives of others, putting oneself in their shoes emotionally and cognitively.

15. What do open-ended questions require?
    Open-ended questions require a detailed response, often inviting discussion rather than a simple yes or no answer.

16. What is an example of an open-ended question?
    "What are your thoughts on the impact of social media on communication?"

17. What does it mean to justify a claim?
    To justify a claim means to provide reasons, evidence, or logical arguments that support the assertion made.

18. What are diverse perspectives?
    Diverse perspectives refer to the different views, opinions, and experiences that individuals bring to a discussion or debate based on their background.

19. Disagreement gives us a chance to clarify ideas where we may have been unclear.

20. What does it mean to verify your viewpoints?
    To verify your viewpoints means to critically evaluate and confirm the accuracy and validity of your opinions or beliefs, often through research or reflection.

21. Before giving a speech, you should have a clear thesis and know your audience.

22. What are rhetorical strategies?
    Rhetorical strategies are techniques used to persuade or influence an audience, which may include ethos, pathos, logos, and various forms of argumentation.

23. What does fallacious mean?
    Fallacious refers to something that is based on a mistaken belief or unsound reasoning; it describes an argument that is logically flawed.

24. What are the three models of persuasion?
    The three models of persuasion are ethos (credibility), pathos (emotional appeal), and logos (logical reasoning).

25. Which model of persuasion appeals to logic? Which one appeals to ethics? Which one appeals to emotion?
    Logos appeals to logic, ethos appeals to ethics, and pathos appeals to emotion.

26. A difference of opinions or diverse perspectives are unavoidable because people have different experiences, values, and beliefs about issues.

27. Why is disagreement essential for good conversation?
    Disagreement is essential for good conversation because it invites exploration of different viewpoints, encourages critical thinking, and helps deepen understanding.

28. In a collegial discussion, a variety of opinions, ideas, and experiences are bound to be presented.

29. By exposing ourselves to divergent perspectives, we start to make new connections.

30. (No answer to this is necessary as it's simply a directive to watch videos)

31. What is a bibliography?
    A bibliography is a list of sources that were referenced or consulted in the preparation of a work, usually formatted according to a specific citation style.

32. What is plagiarism?
    Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper acknowledgment, presenting it as one’s own.

33. By NOT citing sources, you are implying that you came up with everything on your own.

34. Schools expect you to maintain your integrity and your honesty.

35. Schools have their own Academic Integrity policies, but it is not uncommon for a school to expel students who plagiarize.

36. Teachers want to know what you think, not just repeat others' thoughts.

37. Always mention (cite your source) when you take an idea from somewhere.

38. Buying a paper, having someone write a paper for you, or copying and pasting entire passages without crediting the source are all examples of plagiarism.

39. What is word switch plagiarism?
    Word switch plagiarism is when someone takes a text and changes a few words around, but the structure and ideas remain the same without proper attribution.

40. What is patchwork or style plagiarism?
    Patchwork or style plagiarism occurs when a writer combines pieces from multiple sources but fails to credit the original authors, creating a “patchwork” of borrowed material.

41. What is idea plagiarism?
    Idea plagiarism is the act of taking someone else's ideas or concepts and presenting them as one's own without proper acknowledgment.

42. What qualifies as common knowledge?
    Common knowledge refers to widely known facts or information that does not require citation because it is generally accepted and can be found in multiple sources.

43. What is an example of common knowledge?
    An example of common knowledge is the fact that the Earth revolves around the sun.

44. What is self-plagiarism?
    Self-plagiarism is the act of reusing one's previously published work or ideas in a new context without acknowledging that it was published elsewhere.