Use the table to explain how the following "asking questions" type of comments could be improved. Click on each comment to submit your explanation, and then you'll be able to see how your classmates reacted to it. (You do not need to rewrite the comments, just list the required improvements.)

Question

1. Comment: "What does biology have to do with behavior?"

2. Comment: "Here I understand that biology determines development (through genetics) but how does biology determine behavior?"

Now explain how the following "answering questions" type of comments could be improved.

1. Comment: "We read about this earlier - it all started with the monkeys - see the part of our readings linked here."

2. Comment: "@Freja, you explanation makes perfect sense. I'd say you are as confused as you think you are!"

Answer 1

Improvements for "asking questions" type comments:
1. Provide more context or background information to give a clearer explanation of the question being asked.
2. Be more specific in the question to focus on a particular aspect or concept related to the topic.

Improvements for "answering questions" type comments:
1. Provide a direct answer to the question being asked instead of referring to previous readings or sources.
2. Offer feedback or additional insights to contribute to the discussion rather than making a vague or unclear statement.