Introduction
The Socratic Method was developed by Socrates and is used to engage someone over the meaning of some term or idea which lacks concrete definition and then to cross-examine the opponent (Brickhouse Jul 6, 2004 p. 24) until they eventually contradict themselves thus admitting failure in their understanding of the topic. This method had working elements allowing it to flow and prove so effective, which will be described in this essay.
The Socratic Method
Socrates' regular first move when teaching or arguing and the first element I will discuss, was the exhortation Let us consider the problem together'. In the dialogue Memorabilia, when challenged about his free' teaching and philosophizing Socrates said to Antiphon "Let's take a closer look, then, at the apparent hardships that you have noticed in my life" (McLeod 2007 p. 42)
He would listen to what the opponent thought rather then telling them what to think. Socrates was very strict in his discussions......
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