The Habit of Thought: From Socratic Seminars to Socratic Practice

by Michael Strong

Teach students to think for themselves. The Habit of Thought describes the theory, practice, and vision of Socratic practice, a novel and increasingly widespread approach to classroom instruction. In this series of thought-provoking essays, Strong argues that Socratic practice fosters a culture of learning in the classroom and ultimately helps young people become mature, independent thinkers. Issues discussed range from the philosophical (intellectual...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0944337392
• ISBN13: 9780944337394
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: New View Publications
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.