Socratic Seminar

This method to this approach allows the student to engage in a robust well-thought-out conversation that encourages students to analytically think about solutions, evaluate and then express themselves in an organized constructive manner.

A possible limitation is the use of Outer Circle Observers sheet - the outer circle co-pilot listens so carefully to the inner circle conversation and forgets to give credit to the pilot. Everyone has not been observed equally.

Alternatively, in their note-taking in hopes of adding to the end conversation, they miss any new information said as they jot down their thoughts.

Moreover, as mentioned in class, some of the more obvious limitations are getting the student to listen without interrupting, which means not thinking about what one is about to say while someone else is talking. The hard part is for students to remember to criticize ideas and not individual.