A Socrates in every classroom.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Griswold suggests that every classroom should embody the questioning spirit of Socrates.
- In plain terms
- Every classroom should have a Socratic spirit.
- What can you take from it?
- Encourage critical questioning in teaching.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is Socratic dialogue most effective?
- How can teachers balance guidance and questioning?
Another view
Not all subjects lend themselves to Socratic methods.
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