Help me give my students a talking piece, a debate game and a TPT Gift Card for Socratic Seminar lessons.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ray's classroom raised $189
This project is fully funded
My Project
My AVID middle school scholars are developing their confidence, critical thinking, and communication skills. They thrive in structured, respectful discussions that require preparation and reflection.
I’m creating a designated Socratic Seminar Circle in my classroom—complete with cozy seating, discussion tools, and engagement prompts.
Students will prepare with texts and guiding questions, then practice academic discourse using a talking object (“speaking stone”) and a timer to manage turns. The goal is to replicate college-style discussions in a safe, scaffolded environment, reinforcing WICOR strategies (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading).
Students build crucial skills: deep reading, analytical thinking, respectful speaking/listening, and peer feedback. These seminars promote equity—every voice is heard, every opinion is valued.
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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