Only one or two persons actively participate. Conversation not entirely centered on topic. At least half the students confer or present ideas. Attentive reading of documents and listening. Some evidence of discussion of alternatives.
Students show adeptness in interacting.
Lively discussion centers on the task. Responsibility for task is shared. Students reflect awareness of other's views and opinions and include reference to other opinions and alternatives in presentation and answer. Employs only the most basic parts of information provided. Mixes fact and opinion in developing a viewpoint.