WORLD CIVILIZATION

CIVILIZATION

GREEK

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the Socratic method?
A
A mathematical formula
B
a way of asking questions
C
a medical technique for treating sick people
D
a way of investigating historical facts
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Socratic approach to questioning is based on the practice of disciplined, thoughtful dialogue. Socrates, the early Greek philosopher/teacher, believed that disciplined practice of thoughtful questioning enabled the student to examine ideas logically and to determine the validity of those ideas.

Detailed explanation-2: -Socratic questioning is a method of teaching in which the teacher asks questions and students answer. The teacher does not give answers but rather encourages discussion among the class members, often asking follow-up questions to encourage further explanation or clarification.

Detailed explanation-3: -Clarifying concepts. Probing assumptions. Probing rationale, reasons and evidence. Questioning viewpoints and perspectives. Probing implications and consequences. Questioning the question.

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