Socratic Seminar

Demonstrates active participation throughout circle time.

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Is able to listen to and accept others' opinions different from his/her own.

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Does not use any of the texts in the discussion. Does not use text vocabulary.

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Uses parts of the texts in the discussion and shows understanding of the texts. Shows command of vocabulary.

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Makes specific references to texts and regularly defends ideas with evidence.

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Questions others during discussion in a way that makes sense and adds to the group's discussion.

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Is consistently inattentive.

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Demonstrates some participation, but off-task most of the circle time.

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Demonstrates some participation, but off-task most of the time.

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Does not accept others' opinions and is unwilling to hear them.

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