Categories of Participation • • • •
Under Over Distracting Effective
1
Eager • Summarize • Ask others
2
Obstinate • Involve others on issues • Discuss issues later
3
Dampener
Ask for solutions
4
Argumentative • Find areas of agreement • Get opinions of others
5
Inarticulate • Paraphrase • Don’t correct
6
Side Conversationalist
Call on frequently for answers and opinions
7
Rambler • Summarize main points • Stay on track
8
Silent • Ask directed questions • Compliment on involvement
9
Inattentive • Ask for opinion • Don’t embarrass
10