Question

what is the key difference between a debate and a socratic seminar? *
use of evidence
focus on learning through discussion vs. winning
length of discussion
number of participants
what does using evidence mean in a socratic seminar? *
sharing personal opinions without support
making up facts
talking the loudest
backing up ideas with quotes, examples, or facts
what is the first step in preparing for a socratic seminar? *
arguing with classmates
interrupting others
reading and annotating the text
deciding who is right

Explanation:

• First Question: A debate is often centered around winning an argument, while a Socratic Seminar focuses on learning through in - depth discussion. Evidence can be used in both, the length and number of participants can vary in both as well.
• Second Question: In a Socratic Seminar, using evidence means backing up ideas with valid sources like quotes, examples, or facts. Sharing personal opinions without support, making up facts, or talking the loudest are not valid forms of using evidence.
• Third Question: The first step in preparing for a Socratic Seminar is to understand the text through reading and annotating. Arguing with classmates, interrupting others, or deciding who is right are not appropriate first steps.

Answer:

1. Focus on learning through discussion vs. winning
2. Backing up ideas with quotes, examples, or facts
3. Reading and annotating the text