dialogic

A teacher encourages dialogic learning in her classroom.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Characterized by or relating to dialogue: "dialogic" describes something that involves or is expressed in the form of a conversation or exchange between two or more parties. It emphasizes interaction, mutual exchange, and the dynamic nature of communication, as opposed to a monologic or one-sided approach.

Usage Examples

• (The novel is built around conversations and exchanges of viewpoints.)
• (The teaching method focuses on interactive discussion.)
• (His style uses conversation to explore different viewpoints.)

Advanced Usage

• "Dialogic imagination": a term coined by literary theorist Mikhail Bakhtin, referring to the ability of a text or discourse to contain multiple, interacting voices and perspectives.

  • Bakhtin praised Dostoevsky's novels for their dialogic imagination, where no single voice dominates. (The novels feature a rich interplay of different characters' viewpoints.)

• "Dialogic relationship": a connection between two or more entities that is based on ongoing communication and mutual influence.

  • The dialogic relationship between the artist and the audience shapes the meaning of the work. (The meaning emerges from the interaction between creator and viewer.)

Variants and Related Words

• Dialogical (adj): an alternative form of "dialogic", with the same meaning.

  • A dialogical approach to therapy involves active listening and mutual understanding. (The therapeutic method is based on dialogue.)

• Dialogism (n): the theory or practice of emphasizing dialogue as a fundamental principle of thought, language, or social interaction.

  • Dialogism in literary criticism analyzes how texts incorporate multiple voices. (The theory focuses on dialogue and polyphony.)

• Dialogue (n): a conversation between two or more people; the noun from which "dialogic" is derived.

  • The dialogue between the two leaders was productive. (The conversation was constructive.)

Synonyms

• Conversational: relating to or resembling informal spoken exchange.
• Interactive: involving action or influence between two or more parties.
• Discursive: covering a wide range of topics through discussion or argument.

Related Idioms

• In dialogue with: engaging in a mutual exchange of ideas or perspectives.
  • The new policy is in dialogue with public concerns about privacy. (The policy responds to and interacts with those concerns.)