Philosophy
The Art of the Socratic Method in Education
Quick fact
The Socratic method is named after the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, who used it in the Athenian marketplace, often by questioning his fellow citizens about the nature of virtues like justice and courage. However, he was eventually tried and executed partly because his questioning embarrassed powerful Athenians.
Why this is interesting
Have you ever been in a conversation where someone answered your questions with more questions, and suddenly you understood something you hadn't before? That's the Socratic method at work.