Setting up for Socratic Discussion

A round of Socratic Discussion might follow the following plan.

Remember the leader is a facilitator and a participation encourager. Before starting, remind the group of listening and discussion procedures.

1. Choose a piece of literature and read it to the group or introduce a topic and briefly speak to it.

2. Ask an open-ended focus question. Pause. Ask it again.

3. Make sure Socratic Discussion procedures are followed.

4.Carefully control the time allocated for the session.

5. Offer each participant the opportunity to debrief.

6. Focus on issues, not personality.

To be continued