The Socratic method is a form of argumentative dialogue between individuals, based on asking and answering questions. It is a teaching method that involves asking questions rather than simply relaying information. This method is named after the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, who believed that students already have deep knowledge within themselves, and that intensive questioning can reveal it.
Key Characteristics:
- Instead of giving information and facts, an instructor using the Socratic method asks students a series of open-ended questions about a specific topic or issue.
- Students are encouraged to pose questions of their own, engaging in a dialogue with the instructor and their peers.
- The instructor acts as a facilitator or guide, rather than a provider of information.
- The goal is to help students develop their understanding and critical thinking skills, rather than simply memorizing facts.
Use the Socratic Method to explore contributions to winning. The definition above comes from the AI component of Brave browser.
"Susie, what helps teams win?"
Susie: "Good defense."
Socrates: "That's right. What does that mean to you?"
Susie: "Make it hard for the other team to score?"
Socrates: "How would you do that?"
Susie: "Not exactly a soup question. Play focused, play present - in the moment, communicate with teammates verbally and non-verbally, and play with maximal effort."
Socrates: "Good answer. What goes into maximal effort?"
Susie: "We have to be in great condition but also having a 'defensive mindset' to make it hard for the opponent to do what they want."
Socrates: "Maria, how do players show they are alert and focused?"
Maria: "They know their responsibilities. They know whom they cover, and if they're not in 'ball containment', they're looking to help in the passing lanes, you know, Cover 1.5."
Socrates: "Jonquel, can you think of other responsibilities?"
Jonquel: "Talk. You tell us, 'silent teams lose'. Also, challenge shots without fouling and block out."
Socrates: "That's great, guys. Zoe, can you share examples of how we let the team down by not taking care of each other?"
Zoe: "Teammates can get hurt when we don't call out screens. If we don't know whom we're covering, then our player will be open. You remind us, 'the ball scores'. Another important part of defense is 'conversion' from offense, no 'buddy running' in transition. Be sure we protect the basket and 'stop the ball'."
Socrates: "Any other ideas for us, Annie?"
Annie: "Our first priority is NO EASY SHOTS and HARD TWOs."
Socrates: "Jamilla, can you summarize our defensive approach?"
Jamilla: "TEAM defense with ONE BAD SHOT, no middle, deny dribble and pass penetration, contest all shots without fouling, and own the boards with a safe outlet pass."
Socrates: "We'll have you discuss pick-and-roll defense soon."
Lagniappe: Repost. Create edges with positioning.
