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GRADE 8 · CREATE AND COMMUNICATE · ABOUT 45 MINUTES

Disagree using reasons

Compare a proposal fairly and respond to its evidence.

Understand the idea

Constructive disagreement addresses a claim and reasons, not the person. Restating another view can reveal misunderstandings.

WORKED EXAMPLE

One team favours a reading corner; another wants a game shelf. Both compare space, cost and access instead of judging each other.

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YOUR MESSAGE TAKES SHAPE1. Listen2. Compare3. Reason4. Revise

Listen

Restate the other proposal fairly.

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  1. Listen

    Restate the other proposal fairly.

  2. Compare

    Name shared criteria such as space and access.

  3. Reason

    Give evidence for your preferred option.

  4. Revise

    Change your view if stronger evidence appears.

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MAKE SOMETHING YOU CAN EXPLAIN

Your practical challenge

Hold a role-play discussion about two classroom improvements. Record an agreed criterion and a revised idea.

Review your evidence

These ticks are your self-review. They do not automatically assess project quality. Ask an adult or partner to review what you can show.

Use the skill in a new situation

Find a compromise that meets the shared goal.

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