Active listening, speaking, and note taking Socratic Seminar Active listening, speaking, and note taking

What is Socratic Seminar? Formal discussion based on a text Open ended questions Students listen closely to others Students think critically for themselves Students articulate (clearly speak) their thoughts in a professional and intelligent manner

Why do we do Socratic seminars? The Common Core State Standards expects you to listen and speak professionally and gain deeper knowledge from others’ opinions It prepares us for college and the work place: Discussions in college or offices Interviews Speaking/communicating with co-workers, bosses, etc. It teaches you how to intelligently defend your stance and possibly reevaluate your original opinion after listening to others

How do I actively and properly engage in Socratic Seminar? Look at the person who is talking Lean in and use body language to show that I am listening Listen attentively Take notes

How do I articulate myself in Socratic Seminars? “I believe that…” “Based on what I read, I think that…” “I agree with ____________ because _______________.” “___________ brings up a good point, but I disagree because ___________________.”

How do I get points for Socratic Seminar? By participating (taking notes, actively listening, leaning in, speaking) By speaking professionally and in a mature fashion By being polite and courteous while staying on topic

How will I lose points? If I’m clearly not paying attention If I’m leaning back in my chair and looking bored If I’m not taking any notes If I fool around with my neighbors If I go off topic If I don’t speak in an intelligent and professional manner to others