Group Mission: Sort the questions developed by my Global Cultures class this week.
Phase 1: (really phase 2, writing the questions was phase 1) In silence, look for questions that seem to be similar or related in some way.
Place them side by side. Stack notes on top of each other that contain the exact same questions.
Repeat until all questions are grouped.
Leave the “loners” or outliers off to the sides.
Feel free to move a note someone else has already moved.
If a note seems to fit well with two different groups, make a second note.
Phase 2: Start talking.
Discuss any patterns and reasons for moving notes.
Make any last changes.
When you agree the questions are in the best groups, look for a question in each that captures the meaning of the group. Place it at the top of the group. If there is no such question, write one. Please write or highlight this note in a different color.
Combine groups into “supergroups” if appropriate.