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So for my first crack at "Bard" (Google's Artificial Intelligence experiment) I asked "Please write a three-paragraph essay on the importance of The Patrol Method in Scouting."  It delivered this answer in less than five seconds:

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The Patrol Method is one of the most important aspects of Scouting. It is a system that allows Scouts to learn and grow in a small, supportive group. The Patrol Method is based on the idea that Scouts learn best by doing, and by working together with others.

In a Patrol, Scouts are responsible for their own learning and for the success of their group. They elect their own leaders, plan their own activities, and work together to achieve their goals. This teaches Scouts valuable leadership skills, as well as how to work effectively as part of a team.

The Patrol Method also helps Scouts to develop their character. When Scouts are working together in a Patrol, they learn to cooperate, to compromise, and to resolve conflict. They also learn to respect each other's differences and to work towards a common goal.

The Patrol Method is an essential part of Scouting. It is a system that helps Scouts to learn, to grow, and to develop into responsible, well-rounded individuals.

Here are some of the benefits of the Patrol Method:

  • It teaches Scouts leadership skills. Scouts in a Patrol are responsible for their own learning and for the success of their group. They elect their own leaders, plan their own activities, and work together to achieve their goals. This teaches Scouts valuable leadership skills, such as decision-making, problem-solving, and communication.
  • It helps Scouts to develop their character. When Scouts are working together in a Patrol, they learn to cooperate, to compromise, and to resolve conflict. They also learn to respect each other's differences and to work towards a common goal. These are all important character traits that will benefit Scouts throughout their lives.
  • It creates a sense of community. Scouts in a Patrol get to know each other well and form strong bonds of friendship. They learn to rely on each other and to support each other through difficult times. This sense of community is one of the most important benefits of the Patrol Method.

The Patrol Method is a powerful tool that can help Scouts to learn, grow, and develop into responsible, well-rounded individuals. If you are interested in Scouting, I encourage you to find a troop that uses the Patrol Method. You won't be disappointed.

 

A few more than three paragraphs, but clearly three sections (background, bulleted benefits, conclusion).  All in all, not bad.

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