Socratic Method supported by FeedbackFruits

Illuminate minds through inquiry—engage students in dynamic, thought-provoking dialogues that challenge assumptions, cultivate critical thinking, and refine reasoning skills.
Author: Claudia Carrone, Digital Learning Manager, EDHEC
Claudia is a Digital Learning Manager at EDHEC’s Pedagogical Innovation Laboratory (PILab), driving the transformation of education. She blends technology and pedagogy to create dynamic, innovative and transformative learning experiences for students, teachers, and researchers.
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What are socratic method?

The socratic method is a teaching approach that fosters learning through inquiry, dialogue, and critical reflection. Instead of passively receiving information, students engage in structured discussions driven by open-ended questioning, challenging assumptions, and refining their reasoning. This method cultivates deep understanding, intellectual agility, and the ability to analyze complex ideas, promoting a lifelong habit of thoughtful inquiry.

Why socratic method?

The Socratic Method engages students in thoughtful dialogue, fostering deeper understanding, critical thinking, and intellectual independence. Research highlights that learning through questioning and discussion enhances reasoning skills, argument analysis, and the ability to navigate complex ideas. By encouraging inquiry, reflection, and rigorous debate, this pedagogy cultivates curiosity, sharpens analytical thinking, and empowers learners to construct well-founded perspectives through active engagement.

Significantly enhanced critical thinking

Enhance critical thinking by improving students’ ability to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, and draw conclusions. In a study of 371 undergraduate business students, those who engaged in Socratic discussions demonstrated measurable improvements in critical thinking.
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E. Boa, et al., 2018
The development and validation of the Blended Socratic Method of Teaching (BSMT): An instructional model to enhance critical thinking skills of undergraduate business students

Improved decision-making

The socratic method sharpens decision-making by fostering deep analysis, challenging assumptions, and promoting adaptable thinking. This structured approach reduces bias and enhances problem-solving clarity, empowering business professionals to make more informed, strategic decisions.
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E. Peterson, 2011
Socratic Problem-Solving In The Business World

Developing Ethical Insight

Use the socratic method to fosters ethical reasoning and cognitive flexibility, enabling individuals to critically examine their values, challenge assumptions, and make more reflective decisions.


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Abenoza, S., & Lozano, J. M., 2019
Socratic dialogue: Voicing values with Palgrave Macmillan
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How does FeedbackFruits support socratic method?

The Socratic Method encourages learning through inquiry, dialogue, and critical reflection, all of which can be effectively supported through FeedbackFruits. By fostering structured discussions, peer interactions, and collaborative reflection, educators can create dynamic learning experiences that encourage deeper understanding and analytical reasoning. FeedbackFruits enables this by facilitating thoughtful discussions, promoting meaningful peer feedback, and providing insights into student engagement, ensuring that learning remains interactive and reflective. With features that support dialogue, peer evaluation, and collaborative annotation, FeedbackFruits helps educators design learning environments where students actively question, challenge ideas, and refine their reasoning through structured inquiry.

Get started with the socratic method using our pre-made learning templates

These templates—designed by experienced educators—offer proven structures for implementing the socratic method. Simply select a template, customize it, and launch engaging activities in minutes.
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Gamified peer feedback: Leveling up through constructive critique

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Intermediate (10-30 min)

CBE skill review with a Mastery Check rubric

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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Gamified quiz for competition, debate, and learning

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Low (<10 min)

Cultural Reflection Discussion

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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Social-Emotional Learning based Peer Review

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Strengthening research quality through structured peer feedback

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Low (<10 min)

Unpacking Misconceptions through Discussions

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Exploring Intersectionality Through Interactive Video

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Self-Reflection: Connecting Learning to Personal Growth

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Co-Designing the Course: Interactive Syllabus Feedback

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Designing Personalized Learning Through Student Choice

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Reflection on Socratic discussions with guided rubric

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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Reflection and peer exchange around an ethical dilemma

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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Using critical discussion to build upon arguments

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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Interactive case study discussion around an ethical dilemma

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Showcasing evolving perspectives through revision, peer critique, and reflection

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Transformative Learning: Group discussion and self-reflection

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Challenging cognitive biases through reflection and peer feedback

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Exploring Hofstede's dimensions of culture through discussion

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Holistic team collaboration evaluation

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Interactive course syllabus

Collaboration
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Peer workshop: Personal essay for creative writing

Collaboration
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Role play self-assessment using SPIN Selling methodology

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Peer Review: Role play self assessment

Critical thinking
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Create Final Assessment Instructions using GRASPS Framework

Critical thinking
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Real-world problem-solving lab

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Social annotation of diverse perspectives

Critical thinking
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Peer-Learning: Discuss your Frayer Frame

Collaboration
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Critical analysis of GenAI content

Problem-solving
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Peer review of AI-generated content

Problem-solving
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Low (<10 min)

CBE peer review: Skills in action (Video or podcast-based)

Knowledge uptake
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Share and discuss solutions for TBL (with AI reflection coach)

Problem-solving
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Application exercise for TBL (with AI Discussion Coach)

Problem-solving
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Team formation for TBL

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Strengthening soft skills through peer feedback

Problem-solving
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Perspective swap discussion

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Getting organized! Selecting the topic for the project

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Interdisciplinary project: Group member assessment & reflection

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Self Reflection of AI-generated Content

Critical thinking
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Low (<10 min)

Creating effective student groups

Critical thinking
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Low (<10 min)

Individual and group quiz in team-based learning

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Creating effective student groups

Collaboration
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Prompt-based open discussion

Critical thinking
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Low (<10 min)

Low-stakes knowledge check

Problem-solving
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Low (<10 min)

Instructor feedback on oral presentations

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Self-assessment on skills | Reflection moments

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Interactive lecture presentation

Problem-solving
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Guided reading comprehension

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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Individual and group quiz in team-based learning

Problem-solving
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High (>30 min)

Self-assessment on deliverables

Knowledge uptake
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High (>30 min)

Pre-class preparation on a document

Collaboration
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High (>30 min)

Pre-class preparation on a video

Collaboration
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High (>30 min)

Pre-class preparation on an audio file

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Instant AI feedback on students' essays

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Low (<10 min)

Instant AI feedback on research paper

Knowledge uptake
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Low (<10 min)

Introduction to course syllabus – Comprehension exercise

Knowledge uptake
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Low (<10 min)

Group collaboration evaluation for graduates

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Undergraduate group evaluation

Collaboration
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Instructor feedback on student research paper

Knowledge uptake

Socratic method, directly within your LMS

FeedbackFruits integrates seamlessly with your Learning Management System, making it simple to incorporate socratic activities into your existing courses. Whether you teach online, hybrid, or face-to-face, FeedbackFruits ensures that activating student participation is just a few clicks away—no additional overhead, no steep learning curve.
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