Neosocratic Dialogue
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Neosocratic Dialogue
Introduction
The Neosocratic dialogue[1] is an instrument for discussing very general, basic questions, usually of an ethical-philosophical nature, with ordinary citizens. Assumptions, reasons and points of view are “held up to the light”, and the course the discussion takes is documented. Neo-socratic methods are recommended for the clarification of controversial questions; for developing a common understanding of basic terms and approaches, for discussing basic topics such as principles, values and attitudes.[2]
Process
A question central to the topic to be dealt with is put as clearly and simply as possible. Next, instances of the participants’ actual experience are gathered. An example is selected as the starting-point for further analysis and argument.
Help in addressing cultural/ethical aspects in planning of secure public spaces
The Neosocratic Dialogue helps in assessing the impact of new technologies and planning of public spaces.
Footnotes and references
- ↑ Participation & sustainable development in Europe: http://www.partizipation.at/neosocr-dialogue.html
- ↑ Gronke Horst (2002): Increasing Public Involvement in Debates on Ethical Questions of Xenotransplantation. Guidebook: Neo Socratic Dialogue. Projektbericht/Research Report. Studie im Auftrag der Europäischen Kommission (Research Directorate-General). Institute of Advanced Studies (IHS) Freie Universität Berlin. Retrieved from http://www.ihs.ac.at/departments/soc/xeno-pta/xeno_gronke.pdf [2012-04-12].
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