Performance Task 7: Collaboration Activity by Madi Whitney

Interview A Family Member, A Community Member, Or A Friend!

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What To Do!

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1) Choose someone to interview!

2) Communicate a time to have the interview

3) Interview your person! Follow the guided interview questions document

4) Use PADLET to record your interview questions

Create your own PADLET and paste your interview questions into their own boards
Write down your person's answers in the description box

5) Bring your completed interview to class and be prepared to share your work with your peers

Guided Interview Questions

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The questions in bold are required to be asked, please pick at least 5 more questions to ask (8 total):

Can you describe what our community is like?
Why is Idaho home?
What do you like the most about living in Idaho?
How did you feel when you first moved to Idaho?
Is there something special about Idaho that you didn't find in other places?
How long have you been living in Idaho?
What’s your favorite season in Idaho, and why?
Why did you or your family move to Idaho?
What do you like most about our community?
How does our community help or support people living here?
What kinds of fun activities are there to do in our community?
What’s something special about our community that you think other places don’t have?
Do people in our community get together for any special events or festivals?
How has the community changed since you first moved here?
What are some important places in our community, like parks or stores?

After Interview Small Group Discussion Questions

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Get with your small group/partner that is found on the board

Discuss the following prompts with one another:

Who did you interview and why did you choose them?
Why does your person call Idaho home?
What questions did you ask and what were the answers like?
What answers surprised you?
What similarities can you find among your interviews?
What differences can you find among your interviews?
How do you feel about conducting an interview?

Share these answers in a whole group discussion. Write students' answers on the board.

Link To Interview Question Worksheet

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https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B2gqQViFBSMFI6gxnVCmRILjhzWyskbqcN1hWevFSUg/edit?usp=sharing

EXAMPLE: Can You Describe What Our Community Is Like?

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ANSWER: As a member of the Moscow, Idaho community, I would describe it as a close-knit, welcoming, and vibrant place. Moscow has a small-town feel, where people know each other and often come together for local events, farmers' markets, and university activities. It’s a community that values education, given that the University of Idaho is a central part of the town, and you can feel the energy from students, faculty, and families.

EXAMPLE: Why Is IDAHO Home?

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ANSWER: Idaho is home because it offers a strong sense of belonging and connection to nature, community, and tradition. The state’s natural beauty, with its mountains, rivers, and forests, makes it an incredible place to live for those who enjoy the outdoors and value a simpler, more peaceful lifestyle.

EXAMPLE: What Do You Like The Most About Living In Idaho?

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ANSWER: What I like the most about living in Idaho is the incredible access to nature and the outdoor activities it offers. Whether it's hiking in the mountains, camping by a lake, or just enjoying the scenic beauty of the Palouse and other natural landscapes, there's always something to do outside.