Im this class session we spent most of the time working together in a group to solve the problem Jimmy put up on the board, which was to figure out as a group numbers 8-10 in Binary. He put up for us numbers 1-7 and we were to as a group solve the problem. As we had come to what seemed as a logical solution, there were still skeptics in the group. We then discussed other possible solutions and the group chose one different, one that I felt was incorrect. In the end I was alone with my answer, while the rest of the group was split between 100% certain and uncertain but willing to go along with the group. Here are my answers, 8 = 1000, 9 = 1011, 10 = 1110.
In trying to convince my peers, I failed because of the lack o-f the ability to explain my reasoning. It was extremely difficult to find the right words as I was put on the spot without any time to prepare. Would I had time to prepare my reasoning I might have had a better chance of convincing others, but instead I even began to feel unsure of my answer while discussing the two possible solutions on the board.
Overall, I feel it was a fun and effective exercise becuase it allowed for everyone to think critcally and get involved in making a group decision.
Now..was my answer to the problem correct?
I dont know! hahahahahahaha! I'll check and then post it up right here.
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