Summary (OARS) Skill Description (Core Competencies: 1.4; 2.7; 2.8; 3.5; 4.1; 4.4; 4.6; 4.7; 4.8; 4.9; 4.10) After a period of conversation, a summary can be useful in several ways: tying together what the peer has said, providing a transition to the next topic, or bringing closure to a meeting. Like skillful reflection, a summary demonstrates careful listening and understanding of what the peer said. Summary best practices: • Begin with “To summarize…” or another starter. • Accurately describe what was discussed. • It is all right to affirm a specific strength as part of a summary. • Conclude with an open question that moves the conversation forward. Activity: Summary In your same group of three or four, review Activity: Reflection 8 , then construct a summary in the space below using best practices. There will be a large group share out after this activity.
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