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Socratic Seminar

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To conclude their study of the letters of Abigail Adams, class members engage in a Socratic seminar where they discuss her writings and what her letters reveal about her.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
socratic discussion, answering questions, asking questions, document-based questions, forming questions, primary sources, abigail adams, friendly letters
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Instructional Ideas
  • As homework before the lesson, invite class members to craft questions for the discussion
  • Conduct the seminar in March's Women's History Month
Classroom Considerations
  • The final lesson in a 16-part series
  • Presumes scholars are familiar with the Socratic seminar format
Pros
  • The activity showcases what they have learned about this remarkable woman
Cons
  • None