The Power of Words

Prottas, Nathaniel

doi:10.1080/10598650.2023.2167288

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“…In this context, it can be seen that sophisticated discussion is more of a pseudo-discussion since it is not seeking the truth itself but a 'beneficial truth' by imposing one's own opinion and is therefore not open to dialogue. 'In Phaedrus casting the sophists as charlatans, Socrates argues that a facile use of language without a love of truth endangers society' (Prottas 2023).…”

Section: Authentic and Inauthentic Discussionmentioning

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The Space and Role of Discussion in University Studies in the Context of Socrates’ Philosophy of Education

Asakavičiūtė,

Valantinaitė,

Sederavičiūtė-Pačiauskienė

2023

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This article analyses the role of discussion in university studies in the context of Socrates’ philosophy of education. The article begins with a discussion of the relevance and continuity of Socrates’ ideas on philosophical education in the contemporary educational space and highlights the importance of Socratic discussion in university studies. It is argued that discussion contributes to the development of one of the most essential skills of the 21st century, i.e. critical thinking, which encompasses the totality of analytical, social and personal skills. The paper also points out that Socratic pedagogy of discussions and humanistic education contribute to organising student-centred studies and enable the consolidation of lifelong learning. These competencies and skills are becoming a priority educational objective in the current age when knowledge, technology and the world are constantly changing and renewing.The second part of the paper deals with the specificities and polarities of the discussion process. The distinction between authentic and inauthentic discussion is made in the context of Socrates versus the Sophists. Much attention is paid to highlighting the difference between authentic discussion and inauthentic one as pseudo-discussion to provide pathways and guidelines for the implementation of authentic dialogue in the study process.

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Section: Authentic and Inauthentic Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%