Socratic Seminar / Book Banning Essay

During a Socratic Seminar, it is important to refer to the text in your response, when appropriate. You may use paraphrased or exact text evidence.

True or False?

• True

• False

• I'm not sure

Socratic Seminars are successful when students speak aggressively over each other, getting out the most information in the shortest amount of time.

True or False?

• I'm not sure

• True

• False

Socratic Seminar requires using a clear, loud speaking voice, allowing all participants to hear the contributions being made.

True or false?

• False

• True

• I'm not sure.

Body language is not an important part of the Socratic Seminar experience.

True or False?

• True

• False

• I'm not sure.

It's okay to have an awkward pause in a Socratic Seminar while participants figure out the next steps.

True or false?

• True

• False

• I'm not sure.

Your last essay in high school is asking you to argue IN FAVOR of book censorship and banning.

True or False?

• True

• False

• I'm not sure

How many sources will you use in your book banning essay?

• One - just your book

• Two - your book and an article

• Three - your book and two articles

• Four or more

Because your essay will take shape over time, you need to use exact text evidence from your book and the article.

True or false?

• I'm not sure.

• True

• False

The book banning essay is your opportunity to learn about a national trend that seeks to limit educational resources for young people.

True or False?

• False

• I'm not sure.

• True.

Ms. Koller does really try her best to understand the various stresses, struggles, and challenges experienced by a SCHS 12th grader.

True or false?

• True

• False

• I'm not sure.

• I don't care.