Socrates was one of the greatest educators who taught by asking questions and thus drawing out (as 'ex duco', meaning to 'lead out', which is the root of 'education') answers from his pupils. Sadly, he martyred himself by drinking hemlock rather than compromise his principles. Bold, but not a good survival strategy. But then he lived very frugally and was known for his eccentricity. His pupils, by the way, include Plato and Aristotle.
Quite distinguished looking, huh? With using so much of his gray cells, he sure does have a lot of hair left... he he he...
Stay tune for the 6 types of questions Socrates asked his pupils.
Could you say more about the 6 types of Socratic Questions .... ;) I'll satying tune for the next installment
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