Neosocratic Dialogue

Short description

Neosocratic dialogue 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.

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 method used in assessing the impact of new technologies and planning of public spaces.

Further information

• Participation & sustainable development in Europe, http://www.partizipation.at/neosocr-dialogue.html