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Key Questions and Comments 
​Notice how Andy uses the socratic seminar to engage all of his students and give each of them a voice.

What management strategies must be in place to successfully implement the socratic seminar?

What are some potential road-blocks that could hinder the success of the socratic seminar?
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Andy uses the phrase “Purposeful Risk”. What does this mean to you?

Description of Video

Watch as Andy Bonath explains his use of the socratic seminar in his middle school history class.

Timeline

0​:19 Explanation to students
0:34 Philosophy behind Socratic Seminar
1:09 Role of teacher
2:02 Classroom management
2:50 Advice for integrating Socratic Seminar

Topics

Socratic seminar
Participation
Engagement
Inquiry
Student perspectives and opinions

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