The Socratic Method (or Method of Elenchus or Socratic Debate), named after the Classical Greek philosopher Socrates, is a form of inquiry and debate between individuals with opposing viewpoints based on asking and answering questions to stimulate rational thinking and to illuminate ideas.
The Socratic Method was named after the Classical Greek philosopher Socrates. It is also known as Method of Elenchus or Socratic Debate. It is a form of inquiry and debate between individuals with opposing viewpoints. It is based on asking and answering questions to encourage rational thinking and ideas.