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Staci Prawl-Application for the Future: Addressing Deculturalization By Incorporating Cultural Celebrations and Events Into My Future Classroom

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Staci Prawl-Application for the Future: Addressing Deculturalization By Incorporating Cultural Celebrations and Events Into My Future Classroom

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Upon reading Chapter 2, Section 2 of Dr. Perez's book, entitled "Deculturalization: The History You May Not Know" (Perez, 2016, pgs. 11-19), I became deeply troubled. It broke my heart to read of the ways some of our nation's children have been treated by an institution made FOR them, the institution of education. It was shocking to read the stories about Native Americans, Asian Americans, African Americans, and Mexican Americans being treated in such disrespectful and abusive ways, and stripped of their cultures that made them who they were.
I plan on ensuring that ALL of my future students always feel welcomed, respected and celebrated for who they are and where they come from while in my care. In order to obtain this goal, I plan on doing several things. First of all, at the beginning of each year, in my "Get to Know Me" questionnaire that I plan on asking parents to complete about their student, I will include an area that asks about the holidays and special traditions each of their families celebrate. I will also ask for volunteers to come into our classroom to read books and share about their special holidays and traditions. Then, with permission from administration, I will utilize that information to create lesson plans and special projects or activities around the holidays that are important to the families within my classroom. I will also reach out to my fellow staff members and ask if any one of them would like to share with my students about their unique cultural celebrations. This will guarantee that every student in my class learns about the diverse cultures within our classroom and school communities.
In addition, we will do activities throughout the school year that include learning other languages to say simple phrases, highlight each student with a "Student of the Week" celebration to get to know one another better, and I will bring in books and room decor that demonstrate children of all ethnicities.
By doing those things and more, I hope that each student will feel valued and cherished, and that they will learn more about the world through their classmates and their families. Plus, I will get the bonus of learning more myself!

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Carla Ramirez-Application for the Future: Implementing Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom

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Carla Ramirez-Application for the Future: Implementing Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom

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1) Explanation: Chapter one of Social Foundations in K-12 listed the benefits of utilizing multiple intelligences in the classroom. Common sense would tell us that each student's learning process varies. One way of learning might work for one student, but not another. Some students may even need one or more different methods of instruction to digest and learn the material thoroughly. Each student has their personal formula for learning, and it is the teacher's mission to uncover their learning variables. Lesson plans incorporating different activities and tasks that target the spectrum of intelligence are key to diversifying learning and addressing the individual learner.

2) Discussion: I believe it is important to teach to the learner, and one of the ways this can be achieved is by creating a multiple-intelligence classroom. To achieve this, I would have to zero in on how learner strengths and preferences. This can be done by observing students' performance with different activities and identifying which strategies they excelled most. I can also administer a multiple intelligence test or personal inventory survey. Then, and only then, can I create a multiple-intelligence classroom.

Providing multiple avenues where students can engage in one or more of the eight intelligences in lessons in their learning environment that best support multiple intelligences. For example, I can create a quiet area for reading linguistic or intrapersonal learners to read, write, do activities independently, or have some personal time. Also, I can create an area for object manipulation or art creation for visual-spatial learners.

3) Resource Materials:

https://www.uopeople.edu/blog/what-is-the-multiple-intelligences-theory/

35 Multiple Intelligence Activities to Enhance Student Engagement https://www.teachingexpertise.com/classroom-ideas/multiple-intelligence-activity/

https://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/multiple-intelligences-integrating-classroom-tips.shtml

Differentiating with Multiple Intelligences

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Staci Prawl-Application for the Future: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences 

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Within Chapter 1 of the book, Social Foundations of K-12 education (Perez, 2016, pgs. 8-15), Dr. Perez wrote about Dr. Howard Gardner's theory on Multiple Intelligences. The theory of Multiple Intelligences is one in which Gardner believes that humans display a variety of ways of thinking and learning, rather than the traditional approach of using language and logic. While language and logic are certainly two types of intelligences, people can also display intelligence by being "picture-smart", "body smart", "music smart", "people smart", "self smart", or "nature smart". The traditional education system of just addressing those students that are "linguistically smart" or "logically/mathematically smart" is not recognizing that others are smart in their own ways.
Therefore, when I am in my future classroom, I will keep in mind this theory and try my very best to address the needs of all of my unique learners. I will do this in a variety of ways, but I will first recognize the type of intelligences that make up our class by asking parents, at our initial parent meet and greet, to complete a similar checklist to what is found on the following website.https://www.institute4learning.com/2020/03/27/8-kinds-of-smart-a-checklist-for-identifying-your-childs-multiple-intelligences/.
When I identify the various types of teaching that I might need to do to bring out each child's intellectual strengths, I will begin to incorporate non-traditional methods of teaching. For example, if I have students that are more prone to being "body-smart", we will do some of our learning through active techniques such as Stand Up/Hand Up/ Pair Up while listening to music, which would also address the needs of my musically-smart kids and my more social, "people-smart" students. We might also learn through outdoor physical activities, such as taking nature walks for a science lesson, which would address the needs of my more "nature-smart" students. Another approach would be incorporating art projects into my lesson plans so those that are better with picture learning have a chance to excel. In addition, I would give the children choices within context of a particular subject matter on what they want to learn and how they would want to present what they've learned to address the needs of my "self-smart" kids.
Using various methods that were not found in classrooms in the past will help the educational needs of the students of our future!

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Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences

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Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences posits that individuals possess various distinct types of intelligences, rather than a single general intelligence. These types encompass areas like linguistic, logical-mathematical, musical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic intelligences, emphasizing a broader understanding of human capability.

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Danielle Bearden- Application for the future: Behavioralism

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Danielle Bearden- Application for the future: Behavioralism

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In Chapter 6 of the iBook we learned about behavioralism. Behavioralism is based on the belief that human behavior can be based on the response to external stimuli. Behavioralist also believe that the best educational environment can be obtained when student behavior is shaped by arranging specific conditions for learning.

When in my classroom I want all students to feel welcomed and comfortable. If students are having any behavior issues, I would want to make sure to figure out a plan as soon as possible. Keeping a log of everything is important to see if there is a repeated reason to what can set a child off, or if there is not. There are many choices they can choose from, I would offer the calming corner, taking a break from the classroom or offer a five minute break within the classroom doing a relaxing activity of their choice. Because a student may have behavior issues, it does not mean that they are bad students. Talking with parents and admin about plans, ideas, or just learning what helps them at home can be a huge help within my classroom.

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Danielle Bearden- Applications for the future: Engaging students

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Danielle Bearden- Applications for the future: Engaging students

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In chapter 4 of the iBook we learn about engaging students. Perennialist are teachers who focus on critical thinking and question strategies. Students who are taught in a perennialist classroom are taught to ask questions so that they can be engaged during discussion.

"Perennialist is based apon the belief that there are everlasting ideas and universal truths".

I want to be able to teach my students to be engaged within my classroom. My classroom will be a safe zone to allow students to engaged without worrying that they could be wrong or embarrassed. Allowing students to be opened and engaged in discussion helps them for future classes and jobs, it also builds confidence. Critical thinking helps them evaluate the information gave to them and respond accordingly.

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Danielle Bearden- Application for the future: Learning strategy, Idealism

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Danielle Bearden- Application for the future: Learning strategy, Idealism

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In chapter 3 of the iBook we learned about idealism. We know that idealism is the brains reflecting our understandings. I enjoyed this part of class because it helps me understand that asking, and wondering is all apart of me grasping the information that I'm learning.

"Idealism is a school of philosophy that emphasizes that ideas and concepts are essence of all that is worth knowing" (Johnson et. al., 2011, p.87)

I want to implement idealism into my classroom. I want my students to ask all the questions about the lesson, I want them to give me their ideas of what they think about what we are discussing or working on. I want my students to flood my room with ideas we could use on current, or future assignments or projects. Teachers are there to guide us so we don't fail, they are here to help us succeed. Our ideas show we understand, that we are out of the box thinkers. I hope tp see all the idealist in my classroom when I start teaching.

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Reagan Haug - Application for the Future: Behavioral Strategies

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Reagan Haug - Application for the Future: Behavioral Strategies

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Chapter 6 of the iBook we learned about behavior. We also learned about reinforcement to the behavior and how to use positive reinforcements. I found this part of the class very informational since behavior can be fueled by many things and it can be hard for kids to understand their feelings.

I would figure out what kids that are having trouble with behavior. I will offer them choices because it seems like kids respond better to choices than being told what to do. I would also like to have a “safe space” in my classroom. This would be for if a student is getting overwhelmed they could go take a break and take a few minutes to relax and calm down. I would also like mood charts in my classroom so that way students can have help explaining what they are feeling. If the behavior gets too bad I would like to talk to the parents and see what they say and see if they have a plan of action.

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Student Contributor: N.Nunez Safe spaces in a classroom consist of allowing students to go and relieve stress, calm down and recharge their emotions before going back to learn. A safe space supports students social-emotional learning by teaching these students to focus on their good emotions and manage their bad emotions.

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Reagan Haug - Application for the Future: Multiple Intelligences

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Reagan Haug - Application for the Future: Multiple Intelligences

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In Chapter 1 of the iBook we learned about Multiple Intelligences. We then had a chance to take a survey and understand our own multiple intelligences. We learned about how knowing about multiple intelligences will benefit us and our students in the future.

I would like to know all my students' multiple intelligences. It would help me understand how they learn and how I can help them learn. I would have them take a questionnaire to determine their multiple intelligences. Then, I would put the students in groups based on their multiple intelligence. I would then like to explain to all these groups what their multiple intelligence means and encourage them to research it. The groups could make a presentation on their multiple intelligence to show the class so the students can understand everyone's multiple intelligence. I also think this would help the students understand why they learn the way they do.

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Multiple Intelligence Theory and Growth Mindset

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Learn how multiple intelligence theory and the research on growth mindset can empower students to take ownership of their learning!

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Reagan Haug - Application for the Future: Autobiographical Narratives

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Reagan Haug - Application for the Future: Autobiographical Narratives

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In week one of this course we learned about autobiographical narratives. We then made our own autobiographical narrative to share with the class. As a result of this, we got to understand the people who are taking the class with us better. For me, this made it easier when doing peer responses.

At the beginning of the year I would send a note home with the students. This note would explain to them and their parents about making an autobiographical narrative with their kid to show to the class. They can present it in any way their child would like (poster, powerpoint, video, etc). I would like them to include information about their family background, things they like/dislike about school, favorite hobbies, and anything else they would like the class to know about them. I would then let the students present them to the class so that way the students and myself get to know the student more.

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Abigail Broyles-Application for the Future: Field Trips

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Abigail Broyles-Application for the Future: Field Trips

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In chapter 7, we studied Essentialism and the different ways that that philosophy of education is implemented in the classroom. One of the ideas for implementing it was to take students on field trips. Field trips promote thinking outside of the classroom and gaining some practical knowledge about a topic being studied.
I would also like to implement field trips into my future classroom. I remember going on field trips as a child and learning things that I still remember to this day. Sometimes seeing something firsthand can spark learning like nothing else. Some places I would like to take my students to would be to farms, factories, museums, and zoos. I went to a dairy farm as a young student and I still remember it to this day.
The website I have included above lists many different field trip ideas for homeschooled students. However, I felt that those ideas could also be used very successfully for public/private school students as well.

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Homeschooling Simplified
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One of the things I most looked forward to when we began homeschooling was taking educational field trips. I could literally plan a field trip (or two) every week and be happy.

However, I know that we do need to actually accomplish school work aside from field trips. I mean...looking at historical handwriting doesn't exactly teach you how to write, ya know? Nevertheless, I have compiled a list of fun and educational field trips that can be added to any homeschool.

While I would love to take field trips every week, its simply not possible with our family schedule. So, I try to plan big field trips that will coincide with our studies and work in shorter, half-day (or less) field trips as we can do them.

So far, this has been a great way to not only add in some additional learning opportunities, but also give us some much needed breaks in our studies.

59 Fun and Educational Field Trips

Science

Zoo - Who doesn't love a trip to the zoo! Be sure to print off some scavenger hunts or fun printables to take with you too. Click here to get some tips on making your zoo trip fun and educational (for kids AND teens).

Children's and Science Museum - Science museums are a great way to let kids explore the world of science on their level, as well as do some fun, hands-on learning.

State and National Parks - State and National parks are a not only a great way to see the country, but to learn more about nature and the history of a state/area.

Nature Walks - Take a nature walk in your area to collect leaves, study trees or look for animal tracks.

Aquarium - Aquariums are a wonderful way to explore the world of the ocean. Many aquariums offer hands-on activities for kids to learn and explore different types of aquatic life.

Planetarium - Want to know what its like to be in space? Take a trip to the planetarium and learn more about the stars and our vast universe. Click here to get more tips on how to make astronomy fun to learn.

Laboratory Tour - Some local laboratories may offer tours of their facilities where kids can learn about chemical reactions, pharmaceuticals and more.

Arboretum - This is a great way to learn more about botany and the world of plants.

Greenhouse - Learn more about how and why a greenhouse works by taking a tour.

Camp Out - Take a camp out to learn more about building fires, cooking meals over an open fire and all of nature that surrounds you.

Cave - Tour a cave to learn more about how they are formed and the different parts of a cave.

Observatory - If you live near an observatory, it is a great way to see stars and planets on a greater scale.

Lock & Dam - Most lock & dams may not have tours, but they do often have plaques around that tell you how things work and allow you to tour at your own pace.

History and Government

Historical Site - Visit any historical sites in your area to learn more about your state and local community. Check out our photos of our adventure to Williamsburg.

State Capitol Tour - Many states have a State Homeschool Day, when you can tour the state capitol and visit with your local representative. Take advantage of that opportunity to show your support for homeschooling and your representatives.

Old Cemetary - It may seem a little creepy, but visiting an old cemetary can give quite a bit of historical background to your area. Take some grave rubbings to study later!

Archaelogical sites - There are many archaelogical sites around the United States, most of which are Native American. Plan to visit them on a family vacation or as a day trip if you live close enough.

Presidential birthplaces - This is one to put on your bucket-list. Visit some of the presidential birthplaces, as part of your U.S. History studies.

Local Fire Station - A quick phone call to your local fire station will usually get you a tour. Be forewarned, they will leave you if they get a call.

Local Police Station - Some police stations may offer tours of their facility and city jail, if you just ask.

Historic Trails - Take a walk in the shoes of history by visiting historical trails.

Post Office Tour - Learn how the postal system works, mail is sorted and sent out to the correct address by taking a tour of your local post office.

Historical Reenactment - If you live near where historical reenactments take place, go! If you don't, plan a trip at some point. Its a great way to make history come to life for your kids.

Culture

Theater - Get group discounts to a local/community or city theater to learn more about plays and acting.

Museum - Learn more about past and even upcoming artists at a museum.

Art Studio - Some art studios will allow you to observe an artist or even take a class.

Local Festivals - Most states have numerous local festivals that you can visit. They are a great way to hear music, see arts & crafts and learn some local history. Some even have pioneer days, where people dress up in period costumes for the occasion.

Orchestra or Concert - Many college or community/city orchestras will offer discounts to school groups. This is a great introduction to music for children.

Photography - Have kids take their own photos to learn about lighting, focus and more.

Pottery Studio - Learn how a kiln works and possibly make your own small piece of pottery.

Visit sites famous authors wrote about - Do your kids love to read? Learn more about the places their favorite author(s) wrote about with a fun tour.

Michael's - most stores offer craft classes for adults and children, you just need to enroll

Lowe's or Home Depot - These stores also offer classes for children. Check their schedules to see what you can build!

Jewelry Store - Kids can learn how gold is soldered, rings are resized, about different metals and possibly even about designing their own jewelry.

Industry

Tour a local factory - This could be a car, toy, bread or any other manufacturing plant that allows tours.

Railway station/Train Ride - Learn about the railway system or take a train ride to see how people used to (and some still do) travel across the country. This would be great opportunity to learn the history of the train.

Farm - There are many different types of farms to learn about. Visit a local farmer to learn about planting and/or harvesting, raising animals (dairy farm, chicken farm) or just how a small, local farm works.

Aviation Museum - If you live near an aviation museum, I highly recommend visiting. Combine it with some studies of pioneer aviators and how the industry has changed.

Fish hatchery - This is a great way to learn how fish are fed and reproduced to be given to fish farms to continue their growth for the fish industry.

Bakery/Donut Shop - If you live near a Krispy Kreme, they do offer tours for small groups. Otherwise, check with your local bakery. This is a fun way for kids to learn how cakes and pastries are made. (KK allows kids to decorate their own donuts too!)

Recycling Plant - This a great trip around Earth Day to teach kids how the recycling process works and why its important.

Local Orchard or Farm - We used to live near a couple of orchards/farms that allowed families and groups to come and pick pumpkins, apples, pears, etc. Often times you can coordinate tours for larger groups, like a homeschool group or co-op.

Local Power Plant - Have your kids ever wondered where electricity comes from? This is a great way to teach them first hand.

Lumber Mill - Lumber mills are a great way to teach kids how the wood industry works. And if you're lucky like us, they might even have a logging company to show kids how they cut down trees.

Nursery - Take a tour of your local nursery to find out what plants are native to your area, what plants thrive in your climate and how to care for them.

Ghost Towns - There are more ghost towns around than you think, especially if you live in an older state and rural area. They are full of history and wonder. It can make for some great exploring and even fantastic creative writing prompts.

Community

Historic homes tour - Take a tour of historic homes in and around your town. Its a great way to learn more about where you live and how it became what you see today.

Tour of your town by bike or on foot - This is a great way to see and read all those historical plaques in your town, that you drive by so quickly.

Local animal shelter - Visit a local animal shelter to find out more about what they do and how you can you help (even if you're not interested in adopting a pet).

Visit a local entrepreneur - If your town has someone that has grown a business from the ground up, they may be willing to speak to kids about how to grow a business or give them some tips in starting their own. This is a great activity for older students wanting to start their own business.

Water Treatment Facility - Learn more about where your water comes from and how its cleaned when you tour your local water treatment facility.

Local Newspaper - Find out how the journalism world works with a tour of a local newspaper.

Veterinarian - Children can learn what a vet does and why it is important to have your pets checked regularly with a tour of a veterinarian's office.

Library Tour - Most homeschoolers are more familiar with their local library than anything else. However, have they learned how the dewey decimal system works or why its used? Ask for a tour of your local library for them to learn more!

Bank - Touring a bank is a great way to learn about financing, money and how banks work.

County Courthouse - Take a tour of your county courthouse to learn more about the offices held there, tour a court room and talk to a judge to find out more about what they do.

Local TV station - If you live in a large enough city (or even close to one) that has its own television station, coordinate a tour to learn more about how the world of television news works.

Print shop - Visit a local print shop to see how they print not only small items (copies for offices), but large banners and the different techniques and signage they might use.

4-H Fair - Visiting your local 4-H Fair is not only a great way to support local kids, but also a great time to teach your own kids about farm animals and how they are cared for and raised.

What fun and educational Homeschool Field Trips have you taken?
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I have made a list of fun and educational field trips that can be added to any homeschool. These tips will help you make sure kids both learn & have fun.

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Abigail Broyles-Application for the Future: Positive Classroom Setting

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In chapter 6 of our textbook, we learned about Behaviorism. Although I don't find my own personal philosophy of education aligning with Behaviorism very much, I did reflect on how certain aspects of it could be implemented into any classroom. By creating a positive classroom setting, one that promotes learning by being quiet, safe, colorful, etc. students will learn much better than in a classroom lacking these characteristics.
One day, I would like to set up my classroom in such a way that my students find it easy to learn. I know from personal experience, that a classroom that lacks consistency, cleanliness, and privacy is one that will not help promote learning in the classroom. I want my students to know that in this classroom, we think deeply and learn. The classroom isn't simply a place to hang out in or play games in. Rather, it is an environment for learning. I suggest doing this by decorating appropriately for the grade level of my students. And also by keeping certain rules within the classroom, such as no shouting, running, or fighting. And instead giving them positive rules to follow such as, always ask questions, raise your hand when you have something to say, and talk softly.
The video I have included describes certain practices of Behaviorism in a humorous way, which I found helpful for remembering them.

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Abigail Broyles-Application for the Future: Socratic Seminar

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Abigail Broyles-Application for the Future: Socratic Seminar

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In chapter 4 of this class, we studied Perennialism. As a result of that research, we learned about a practical tool used by Perennialists called Socratic Seminars. These seminars are used by Perennialist teachers to promote critical thinking in the classroom.
In the future, I would also like to apply this to my classroom. By creating these discussion groups for my students, they will learn more quickly how to think for themselves in a critical way. I do believe, however, that depending on the size of my future classroom, these Socratic Seminars may need to be broken into two groups to promote more discussion among the students. I want them to all have a chance to discuss what they are learning and thinking about. Also, to help create structure, I would have the class study a book or topic before our Socratic Seminar.
I have included a video that very briefly discusses the rules of a Socratic Seminar.