Socratic+Seminar

=Socratic Seminar=

Self Reflections

Step #1 Write three discussion questions that are designed to generate thought and dialogue.

Step #2 We will divide into three groups and you will choose the three most thought provoking questions from each group.

Step #3 We will go to the computer lab and do some research on each question. You should find some facts and data that support your particular viewpoints on each question.

Step #4 Your group will be responsible for //facilitating// a fifteen minute discussion on the three questions you have selected and researched. This is not a //presentation//, it is a //discussion//. Try to prepare questions and follow up questions that will promote dialogue, ideas and responses.

See the rubric provided. Your group will be given a grade. Every member must participate in some way.

1.14.07 Please post four categories that I can include on a rubric for your Socratic Seminars. Think about what your group must do to facilitate a meaningful discussion. Also think about the responsibility of individual classmates in terms of fostering a meaningful dialogue. I will create and post the rubric tonight. Group #1 should try to get their handout done during class today.

Group #1 Group #2 Group #3 Group #4