Socrates Philosophy Of Education

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Emotional Support
Philosopher
Socrates Socrates created a method called “The Socratic Method” that made people think critically and outside the box. This is a method that is being used in education and in everyday life. Socrates educated his students how to think.
He pointed out the errors in people’s thoughts and understanding of life and society. Socrates believed that questioning was an excellent way to gain understanding and knowledge. Parents would ask questions until they were answered correctly. By asking questions children will gain knowledge and become more social.
Philosopher
Plato Plato believed that a teacher must know his/her subject as well as the limit of their knowledge. Plato teachings were based on philosophy. He taught moral philosophy and despised natural philosophy. Plato believed that knowledge had no practice use Plato believed that parents should provide positive models for children so they can imitate. Children will get ideas and imitate as they grow older Plat...

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