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Socratic Method

Socratic Method. Based on theories of Socrates – Greek Philosopher More important to teach students to think for themselves that to fill their heads with the “right” answers. Discussion. Not a debate – no right or wrong Exploratory – considering different points of view, possibilities

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Socratic Method

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  1. Socratic Method • Based on theories of Socrates – Greek Philosopher • More important to teach students to think for themselves that to fill their heads with the “right” answers

  2. Discussion • Not a debate – no right or wrong • Exploratory – considering different points of view, possibilities • Active listening • Led by students entirely

  3. What it Looks Like • Inner circle discusses • Outer circle observes • Swap ½ way through

  4. Roles(all roles participate in the discussion as well as serve these jobs) • Text Police • Finds places in the text that support what someone is saying • Took good post-it notes • Inviter • This person notices who is not talking, and kindly invites them into the conversation • Director • This person starts the discussion, and keeps it going • Poses questions • Norms Moderator • This person makes sure everyone is following the norms/behaviors we decide on as a group

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