Why Pilot
Investing in professional development without a clear implementation path often leads to isolated workshops and limited classroom impact. Our pilot model bridges the gap between teacher learning and classroom practice.
Teacher Learning
Classroom Implementation
We move beyond one-off sessions to provide a structured journey where educators gain the confidence to redesign inquiry-rich learning experiences.
Our model ensures that professional learning is directly applied through classroom coaching and evidence collection before broader adoption.
Coaching & Reflection
By integrating reflection and feedback tools, we help educators identify implementation challenges and refine their practice for long-term success.
Scale Planning
Our evidence-based approach provides the data needed to make informed decisions about scaling inquiry-based teaching across the entire school.
The Pilot Model
A six-stage journey from leadership alignment to scale planning, designed to ensure a thoughtful and evidence-informed transformation of teaching and learning.
01
Leadership Alignment
Define goals, scope, participating teachers, timelines, technology considerations, and success measures.
04
Classroom Implementation
Teachers implement selected learning experiences with coaching and support.
02
Teacher Foundations
Deliver the foundational Teaching for Inquiry in the Age of AI workshop.
05
Reflection and Evidence
Collect teacher reflections, student feedback, classroom artifacts, and implementation insights.
03
Lesson Design
Help teachers redesign selected lessons or units using inquiry principles and Socrates Coach.
06
Outcomes and Scale Planning
Review findings with school leadership and recommend next steps.
What Schools Receive
A comprehensive toolkit designed to support educators in inquiry-based learning and responsible AI integration.
Leadership Alignment
Foundational Workshop
A dedicated discovery session to define goals, scope, and success measures for your school pilot.
A 10-12 slide presentation for school leaders explaining inquiry, AI, and the Socrates approach.
Teacher Workbook
A comprehensive guide for teachers to understand inquiry principles and Socrates Coach implementation.
Lesson Design Template
A structured template to redesign traditional learning activities into inquiry-rich experiences.
Responsible AI Guide
A classroom guide focused on ethical decision-making and the responsible use of AI tools.
Coaching & Reflection
Coaching sessions and reflection tools to help teachers evaluate their implementation and student outcomes.
Who Should Participate
The Ideal Cohort
We recommend a pilot cohort of 3 to 10 educators. This small group allows for deep inquiry and meaningful reflection, ensuring that every participant can contribute to the collective learning journey.
Leadership Involvement
Successful implementation requires a dedicated sponsor and a pilot coordinator. These roles are essential for aligning leadership goals with classroom practice and ensuring the project remains on track.
Teacher Readiness
Teachers must be open to redesigning their pedagogy and using AI as a thinking partner. A willingness to reflect on practice and provide honest feedback is critical to the success of the pilot.
Technology Requirements
Access to devices and a stable network is required for Socrates Coach implementation. Schools should also have a clear AI policy in place to ensure responsible and ethical use.
Pilot Implementation Timeline
A structured 8-week journey from leadership alignment to evidence-based scale planning.
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Leadership Alignment
Define goals, scope, and success measures.
1
Foundational Workshop
Teacher professional development on inquiry.
2
Lesson Design Lab
Redesigning traditional lessons for inquiry.
3-6
Classroom Implementation
Implementation with coaching and support.
7
Reflection & Evidence
Collecting insights and classroom artifacts.
8
Scale Planning
Reviewing outcomes and recommendations.
Measuring Pilot Success
We evaluate outcomes through a multi-dimensional lens, ensuring that every implementation step contributes to meaningful educational growth and institutional impact.
Teacher Confidence
Assessing educators' mastery of inquiry-based pedagogy and responsible AI integration.
Quality of Inquiry
Measuring the quality of student questioning and the depth of their reasoning and reflection.
Student Engagement
Tracking the depth of student curiosity, metacognitive reflection, and self-directed learning.
Practicality & Intent
Assessing teacher-reported practicality and their intent to continue using the Socrates model.
Implementation Depth
Evaluating the number of redesigned lessons and the quality of classroom artifacts collected.
Scaling Potential
Identifying opportunities for expansion across more teachers, grades, or school-wide programs.