Task: Text Simplification
Input (English): the socratic method -lrb- or method of elenchus or socratic debate -rrb- , named after the classical greek philosopher socrates , is a form of inquiry and debate between individuals with opposing viewpoints based on asking and answering questions to stimulate rational thinking and to illuminate ideas.
Output (English): the socratic method , also called the method of elenchus or socratic debate , was named after the classical greek philosopher socrates , and is a form of question and debate between people with differing views based on asking and answering questions to stimulate thoughts and ideas.