In It to Win It 2025: Full Schedule

9:45am EDT

Philosophical Chairs and Socratic Seminars in the classroom

Thursday May 29, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT

Philosophical Chairs is a classroom discussion strategy that promotes active listening, critical thinking, respectful dialogue, and the ability to consider multiple perspectives. Students physically move to different sides based on their stance on a central statement, allowing for deeper engagement and thoughtful participation from all students in a debate-like setting discussion.

Speakers

Natalie Hope

Teacher

Thursday May 29, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
2312

Evidence-based

Audience Middle, High
Subject All

12:15pm EDT

Don't Just Squawk—Socratically Talk! Strategies for Deeper Discussions

Thursday May 29, 2025 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT

2312

Tired of Socratic Seminars where students just repeat the same ideas? In this session, you'll learn how to move beyond the "squawking" and guide students toward richer, more thoughtful discussions. We'll explore strategies to encourage original thinking, keep conversations dynamic, and ensure every voice adds something new. Walk away with practical tools to make your classroom discussions more engaging, meaningful, and student-driven.

Speakers

Fallon Howes

7th Grade Reading Teacher

I am originally from Northwestern Pennsylvania. I graduated from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, with a Bachelor of Science in Middle-Level English Education. In 2017, I earned my master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology. This endeavor equipped me with innovative... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
2312

Evidence-based, Listening and Speaking

Audience Middle, High
Subject All

1:45pm EDT

Use Your Words: Classroom Discussion

Thursday May 29, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT

2312

Participants will engage in various types of classroom discussion strategies to increase engagement in the content area(s).

Speakers

Christopher Moore

K-12 SS Professional Learning Coordinator, Cobb County School District

Christopher Moore currently serves as the K-12 Social Studies Professional Learning Coordinator. He has over 20 years of educational experience as a teacher and administrator, in the public and private school sectors. Most of his career was spent in MS and HS, but he has also worked... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
2312

Evidence-based, Listening and Speaking

Audience All
Subject All

In It to Win It 2025

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