The Socratic method of questioning promotes critical thinking. With this method, there is no stopping point of thought for students. Instead, students are engaged in deeper understanding of the topics, recognizing new perspectives while connecting these perspectives with their previous knowledge. Respond It is important that at the onset of a Socratic seminar each participant has read the targeted text. What are some ways to ensure that the participants are reading the texts closely and critically? To help you respond to this question: Provide an example of a book or article that you would use to facilitate a Socratic seminar. Identify 2-3 initial questions you would ask to introduce and demonstrate how the Socratic method of teaching can motivate and engage students.
