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St. Andrew Bay Story
Fourth graders produce a front page newspaper story about St. Andrew Bay (Fl) after completing a field trip to St. Andrew State Park (Fl) and viewing two videos about the bay system. They use a word processing computer program to...
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Managing the Teaching-Learning Process
Twelfth graders begin to recognize how 2,400 year-old dramas are applicable to their lives after reading OEDIPUS THE KING, AGAMEMNON, ANTIGONE, MEDEA, HIPPOLYTUS, and FROGS.
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Reading About Estuaries
Students practice their reading skills by reading information about estuaries. As a class, they discuss what they read and answer discussion questions. As they read, they use the right hand column of their paper to write down any words...
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The European Union
Students analyze the history of the European Union. They define the goals and operations of the EU. Students summarize their findings and present these findings to the class. They write a summary of the history of the EU.
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The Movement of Ideas
Twelfth graders read and analyze the literary elements of Alphonse Daudet's "The Last Lesson" and Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address. They compare the two works and write an essay describing the reasons they feel the authors...
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Evaluating the "Save the Indian" Reforms
High schoolers explore the policies of the "Save the Indian" reforms. Working in groups, they review the motives, methods, and effects of the "Save the Indian" campaign of the late 19th century. Through discussion and writing, they form...
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Reading: Youth In Ancient Greece
In this reading for information worksheet, students read a short passage written by an elder who is complaining about youth in ancient Greece. Students answer 10 true and false questions.
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The Death of Socrates
Excellent site designed to lead students through the major Platonic dialogues which relate the death of Socrates. Texts are annotated with comments and hyperlinked explanations. Audio files of important passages included, as well as a...
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Brainy Quote: Socrates Quotes
This site offers 46 quotes by Socrates including themes of each; many of the quotes are illustrated.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Socrates
Read about the life of the Greek philosopher Socrates, the philosophy he developed, his influence, and his execution for impiety and for corrupting young people.
Chase Young, PhD
Dr. Chase Young, Ph D: Reader's Theater Script: The Trial of Socrates [Pdf]
A reader's theater script for The Trial of Socrates, a biographical account about the end of Socrates' life. Eleven character roles are needed in this activity.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Problem Based Learning (Pbl) and Socratic Questioning
Part of a teacher workshop called "Making Civics Real," this section explains how to use questioning, especially Socratic questioning, in problem-based learning. For those not used to employing the Socratic method, the "Taxonomy of...
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Socrative Student Response System
Socrative is a smart student response system that empowers teachers to engage their classrooms through a series of educational exercises and games via smartphones, laptops, and tablets.
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The Sophists and Socrates
Wonderful essay on Socrates refutation of the Sophists. Discusses Socrates' debate with Protagoras over the meaning of "arete" (justice) and its consequences for the democratic politics of Athens.
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Socrates (469 399 b.c.e.)
Basic-level introduction to Socrates' life. Excellent summary of the main characteristics of Socrates' life in the three dialogues "Euthyphro," "Apology," and "Crito."
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Socrates Philosophical Life
Site summarizes the philosophy of Socrates through condensed versions of Plato's dialogues. Subjects discussed are piety, an examined life, the individual and the state, and knowing virtue. Also presents a bibliography and internet links.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Are Nanobacteria Alive: Sample Socratic Questions
Questions regarding the characteristics of life, with emphasis on nanobacteria, are arranged in sequence for Socratic questioning.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Are Viruses Alive: Sample Socratic Questions
Questions regarding the characteristics of life, with emphasis on viruses, are arranged in sequence for Socratic questioning.
Live Wire Media
Good Character: The Socratic Approach to Character Education
A how-to article that illustrates how teachers can educate students about making choices that are consistent with their ethical values. A comprehensive plan for using the venerable Socratic method to reinforce critical-thinking skills by...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Socrates
Encyclopedia entry about the Greek philosopher Socrates. Includes information about his life, trial and death, philosophy, links to additional information, and more.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Socrates for Kids
History of Socrates written with elementary age students in mind provides an overview of Socrates, his philosophy and methods, as well as general facts about his life. Teacher resources included.
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2020 Site: Socrates a Biography of Socrates Life
Contains a brief biography of Socrates. Additional information about his life and works is available through links on the left side of the page.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: The Trial of Socrates 399 b.c.
This looks at the historic problem of why Socrates was put on trial. The historical artifacts surrounding the trial are available online as are scholarly interpretations through the years.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Let's Talk Socratically
For this lesson you will be using the Socratic Seminar Instructional Method. The Socratic Seminar is a great way to get students involved. Socratic seminars are useful in that they teach students to make a point through using the text...
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