The Habit of Thought: From Socratic Seminars to Socratic Practice

Elaine Griffin, 1995 National Teacher of the Year.
Michael Strong's ideas made me the teacher I am today. Socratic Practice gives meaning and relevance not only to our curricular studies within the school, but also to our out-of-school lives.


Eva Brann, Dean, St. John's College and author of The Paradoxes of Education in a Republic.
I am impressed...I like the common-sense practicality combined with high pedagogical ideals.


Book Description
Teach students to think for themselves. The Habit of Thought describes the theory, practice, and vision of Socratic Practice, a novel and increasingly widespread approach to classroom instruction. In this series of thought-provoking essays, Strong argues that Socratic Practice fosters a culture of learning in the classroom and ultimately helps young people to become mature independent thinkers. The issues discussed range from the philosophical (intellectual dialogue and integrity) to the practical (classroom models and evaluation rubrics). This book is an essential resource for educators seeking to prepare their students for the challenges of the 21st century.


About the Author
Michael Strong is a member of the National Paideia Faculty and Director of the Center for Socratic Practice at the Judson Montessori School in San Antonio, Texas.


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