Partially Agreeing And Extending

Worksheet Description

The “Partially Agreeing and Extending” discussion stems worksheet is an interactive resource that helps students to engage in nuanced conversations by expressing partial agreement and further developing ideas. It’s divided into two sections: ‘Partially Agreeing’ and ‘Extending’. The first section includes prompts like “I agree with you up to a point…” and “That’s a valid point, but…”, which encourage students to acknowledge parts of a statement they agree with while also introducing their own thoughts or concerns.

The ‘Extending’ section offers stems such as “I’d like to add that…” and “I’d like to take that one step further by…”, prompting students to build on the ideas presented by their peers. These stems guide learners in contributing to the dialogue constructively, fostering a deeper exploration of topics. This approach not only enhances critical thinking and active listening skills but also teaches students the art of discussion where complex ideas aren’t just black and white, but often contain shades of grey. Encouraging this type of discourse in the classroom prepares students for real-world interactions where collaborative problem-solving and innovation are essential.