"Unraveling the Socratic Method: Fostering Critical Thinking and Inquiry-Based Learning"

"Unraveling the Socratic Method: Fostering Critical Thinking and Inquiry-Based Learning" The Socratic method of teaching is a pedagogical approach that uses a dialogue-based, question-and-answer method to encourage critical thinking and stimulate intellectual exploration. It is named after the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, who employed this method to engage his students in philosophical discussions and to arrive at deeper understandings of various topics. Key principles of the Socratic Method include: Questioning: The teacher asks thought-provoking questions to prompt students' thinking and encourage them to reflect on their knowledge and assumptions. Active learning: Instead of simply presenting information, the Socratic Method encourages students to actively participate in the learning process by responding to questions and engaging in the dialogue. Critical thinking: By answering questions and defending their viewpoints, s...