ソクラテス式質問で作るコンセプトマップ
問い、根拠、前提、反例を地図化し、学習と議論の質を上げる実践ガイド。
問い、根拠、前提、反例を地図化し、学習と議論の質を上げる実践ガイド。
Use ガイド, adapt テンプレート, create the working version in the エディター, and keep team examples in 活用例. External references: Socratic method, concept map, and Bloom's taxonomy.
要約
- Start with 1 focus question, not a broad topic.
- Keep the first map to 12-20 nodes and 8-15 labelled links.
- Separate evidence, assumptions, counterexamples, and next actions.
- Rewrite the 3 weakest links before polishing the layout.
- Finish with 1 test within 24-72 hours.
"A Socratic map is useful when every strong question leaves a visible trace: revised link, evidence node, assumption, or next test."
— Hommer Zhao, Knowledge Mapping Researcher
Practical framework
A Socratic question is a prompt that tests meaning, evidence, assumptions, consequences, or action. A concept map is a diagram of concepts connected by labelled relationships. A counterexample is a case that limits or challenges a claim. Put these 3 entities on the same page and the discussion becomes easier to inspect.
Build the map in 6 passes: clarify the central idea, probe evidence, expose assumptions, add another perspective, trace consequences, and choose the next action. The point is not to ask more questions. The point is to make the reasoning visible enough that it can be improved.
| Question type | What it checks | Map output | Best moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarification | meaning and definition | definition node | first 5 minutes |
| Evidence | support for a link | source or example node | after draft links |
| Assumption | hidden condition | assumption node | before decisions |
| Perspective | other viewpoint | stakeholder branch | group discussion |
| Consequence | what follows | risk or outcome node | before action |
| Action | next step | test or checklist | final 10 minutes |
Examples
For exam preparation, map one chapter question, then challenge the links with evidence and counterexamples. A student can turn 15 nodes into 3 revised links, 5 practice questions, and a review after 48 hours.
For research reading, place the claim, method, evidence, limitation, and implication on separate branches. The useful question is not only whether the article is clear, but which assumption would change the interpretation. This works well with research paper mapping.
For team knowledge, map a repeated problem such as onboarding confusion or a slow decision. If 3 people disagree about one arrow, split it into claim, evidence, assumption, counterexample, and test. Then choose one evidence check instead of extending the meeting.
"The fastest improvement is often small: replace 5 vague arrows with 5 propositions that include a verb, condition, and example."
— Hommer Zhao, Knowledge Mapping Researcher
Copyable templates
Study map: focus question -> core concept -> definition -> example -> counterexample -> likely test question -> next retrieval action.
Discussion map: claim -> evidence -> assumption -> alternative perspective -> strongest objection -> consequence -> next question.
Decision map: decision question -> 3-5 options -> criteria -> evidence -> risks -> assumption -> test within 72 hours.
"A finished session should leave 3 revised links, 1 counterexample, and 1 action. Otherwise the map records curiosity but not learning progress."
— Hommer Zhao, Knowledge Mapping Researcher
Tips
- Work in short passes instead of questioning every node at once.
- Mark uncertain links with ? and evidence gaps with E.
- Use link verbs such as causes, limits, requires, supports, contradicts, and predicts.
- Add at least 1 counterexample to every major branch.
- Save reusable structures in the エディター and adapt layouts from テンプレート.
FAQ
What is Socratic concept mapping?
It is a 6-pass method for testing definitions, evidence, assumptions, perspectives, consequences, and actions on a visible concept map.
How many nodes should the first map include?
Use 12-20 nodes. If the map passes 25 nodes, split it into study, evidence, and decision branches.
Can this help with exams?
Yes. Build a 15-node map, rewrite the weakest 3 links, then answer 3 exam-style questions after 24-48 hours.
Can teams use it?
Yes. Keep the live map under 25 nodes and end with 1 evidence check or checklist item.
What if people disagree?
Map the disagreement as claim, evidence, assumption, counterexample, and test. Decide what can be checked within 24-72 hours.
Which links are safe on this site?
Use visible local text with canonical English paths: ガイド, テンプレート, エディター, and お問い合わせ.
重要な問いを1つ選び、エディターで15ノードの質問型マップを作ります。 For a class or team workflow, use お問い合わせ.