Activity 2.2 - Functional Language

Considering other people’s understanding

Functional language

Sometimes we feel we understand something but by listening to others talk about their understanding, we can add to and refine our own comprehension. In the same way, we can help others understand better by sharing our comprehension. In other words, when working together to understand texts, it is just as important to help others as it is to be helped. Here are some ways you can do it:

Using the functional language, take turns to start discussing the contents of each SEE IT organizer you have filled. You may add or change information to your SEE IT organizer.

Ask for clarification

Ask for details

Bring up news ideas or aspects

Clarifying and explaining meaning

Additional questions when finished