Kriitikon
Kriitikon is a term used in theoretical discourse to denote a systematic approach to critique and evaluation across media, disciplines, and claims. It emphasizes rigorous argumentation, explicit criteria, and transparent reasoning, aiming to distinguish sound inference from rhetoric and bias.
Etymology and usage: The name blends Greek kritikos “able to discern” with a suffix that signals a
Origins: The concept emerged in late modern scholarly and fictional contexts as debates grew over the standards
Principles: Core principles include clarity of evaluative criteria, reflexivity about the critic’s own assumptions, awareness of
Methodology: Practitioners typically define a claim, articulate explicit criteria, gather relevant evidence, present a structured argument
Applications: Kriitikon has been applied to literature, film, digital media, public policy proposals, and scientific arguments,
Structure and institutions: There is no single governing body. In fictional or hypothetical contexts, institutes, journals,
Reception: Supporters view it as a disciplined path to better arguments; critics warn it can become rigid
See also: Critical theory, argumentation theory, rhetoric, peer review.
Note: Kriitikon is primarily used in theoretical or fictional contexts to illustrate a method of critique;