A small group is assigned to research whether or not capital punishment should be used in Canada. Each pair of the four person group researches the issue, develops a pro or con position, presents their position and evidence to the other pair. They reverse positions and argue for the other perspective. The group collaboratively develops a report that summarizes the best arguments for each side and reaches a consensus. This best describes the use of

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The scenario described is that of structured controversy, where a group is divided into pairs with opposing views, presents their arguments to the other pair and then switches sides to argue for the other perspective. The group then collaboratively develops a report that summarizes the best arguments for each side and reaches a consensus. This method helps participants to consider different viewpoints and reach a collaborative decision.

A Small Group Is Assigned to Research Whether or Not