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Finding a Socratic Method for Information Literacy Instruction
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Finding a Socratic Method for Information Literacy Instruction

Nicholas Schiller
College & undergraduate libraries., Vol.15(1-2)
2008
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https://hdl.handle.net/2376/1440
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Abstract

information literacy socratic method
Librarians can find techniques for improving information literacy in Plato’s Socratic dialogs. The Socratic Method is an effective tool that can help engage students in critical thinking about their research, guide students to reveal flaws in their reasoning, and prepare them to learn new research skills. Examples of information literacy instruction drawn from Socratic dialogs are given in this article along with tips for avoiding pitfalls associated with the Socratic Method.

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