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Submitted by alexanderhook on May 24, 2008
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The Socratic Method
SOCRATIC METHOD
The Socratic Method is to engage someone over the meaning of some term or idea, and then to cross-examine the opponent until a clear definition is achieved and cannot be refuted. This key idea has both strengths and weaknesses, which will be discussed in this paper.
One strength of Socrates' Method is that important meaning can be found by asking simple questions through discussion. The questions and answers develop into dialogue to search for an answer. Asking questions such as 'why?' really brings forth one's understanding of the topic. This method is more of a team effort in which both parties assist one another in attempting to answer complicated questions. Socratic dialogue is not just stating memorized facts, but applying critical thinking and understanding. Socrates believed that to truly know, is to understand. So by participating in intellectual discussion, one can demonstrate their understanding of the idea.
Asking questions like these are far from pointless. Questioning leads the person to the truth. It is really important because one needs to comprehend the essence of what is being discussed. Socrates said that 'the unexamined life is not worth living.' I think that this statement directly applies to the Socratic Method. One must question everything. Inquiring only leads to one's ideas and views, which can be further discussed to guide them to the answer that they are seeking. It is important to follow the argument until one has thoroughly questioned the answer and has gained insight into the beliefs held and logic used.
The advantage of asking simple, even one-word questions, is that it leaves the person to respond with many options to express their views. By further questioning the response, some answers can be immediately eliminated. Communication between individuals often leads to a mutual agreement of a clear...
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COMMENTS
No Title 06/28/2008 10:48 PM
Grader: AllFreeEssays, Grade: B
I agree.
Like if you ask a girl if she like sex, and she says she does, then you start to ask her why she likes it, is it the power thrill she gets, is it the feeling the man going in her etc etc
No Title 06/28/2008 10:48 PM
Grader: AllFreeEssays, Grade: B
yeah wow, what a great thought process there with the other comment...thats so mature & completely avoid the juicy reasons why the girl would like sex.lame.
however the actual essay brings up some good points, i was even going to quote it in my essay until i realized that it was on a free essay site....oops.
No Title 06/28/2008 10:48 PM
Grader: AllFreeEssays, Grade: B
haha...this is halarious...i guess people can associate sex with everything these days gezzz...basically
No Title 06/28/2008 10:48 PM
Grader: AllFreeEssays, Grade: B
good essay though. It helped me alot on my projet