What is the Socratic Method?
In a 2-3 page essay, complete the following:
- Explain the Socratic Method by defining dialectic and discussing how Socratic dialogue differs from other conversations.
- Illustrate your understanding by discussing an example of the Socratic Method from the course texts.
- Identify and analyze your own contemporary example of a belief that might be examined via the Socratic method.
- Identify some questions you think Socrates might pose about the belief as well as some of the counter-positions.
Remember to use supporting citations from the textbook and online lectures.
APA FORMAT 7TH EDITION
Textbook: Mitchell, H. B. (2015). Roots of Wisdom: A Tapestry of Philosophical Traditions, 7th. Cengage Learning, ISBN 9781285197128