What exactly is a Socratic Seminar?
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What exactly is a Socratic Seminar?
What exactly is a Socratic Seminar? It’s much more than just a discussion. It’s a student-led dialogue where the goal isn't to "win" a debate, but to:
Listen closely to peers
Build on ideas collaboratively
Think critically about complex texts
Deepen understanding as a community
Instead of lecturing, 7th grade ELA teacher Mrs. Decker is observing students owning their learning and respectfully challenging each other's perspectives. This is the kind of dynamic, engaged environment we cultivate at ECS.