Jonah should respond to the post by acknowledging the person’s argument and explaining why he disagrees. This approach encourages constructive dialogue, shows respect for diverse viewpoints, and allows Jonah to present his perspective in a thoughtful manner. Engaging in a respectful discussion fosters a productive learning environment where different opinions can be shared and considered.
Jonah is participating in an online class discussion. Students are discussing a class reading about the risks and benefits associated with genetically modified foods—or foods that have been engineered by scientists to make them easier to grow. Jonah just read a post by a student who argues that these foods can help end world hunger and that that is worth any cost to the environment.
Jonah disagrees with the opinion expressed in the post he just read. What should he do?
Keep his opinion to himself.
Reply to the person who made the post without expressing his disagreement.
Respond to the post by acknowledging the person’s argument and explaining why he disagrees.
Accuse the person who made the post of either not completing the assigned reading or of being too foolish to understand it.
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