Socratic Seminar: Fostering Text-Based Classroom Conversations

The Socratic Seminar model is a question-based way to foster close reading and text-centered conversations among students. Tse text-centered conversations can then form the evidence for text-based written arguments and interpretations of literature and historical documents.  This workshop will give participants a chance to explore the seminar format, select appropriate texts, evaluate student participation, and use academic vocabulary in their responses. Those who have already taken this workshop are welcome to return to share their successes and challenges and advance their skills. This workshop is recommended to grades 6-12, English and Social Studies teachers, and others who incorporate rich, interesting readings in their classrooms. Grades 6-12.