Hey Eric- I don't necessary create content but I do think I do pretty good job facilitating critical conversations in the classroom. I have tried to stay current with the student Facing History shares…
This is the perfect example of how to engage our students in the conversation of current events in a meaningful way. To be honest, this would be extremely difficult for someone in my particular area to…
Great stuff. Thanks Mike.
Hey Eric- I don't necessary create content but I do think I do pretty good job facilitating critical conversations in the classroom. I have tried to stay current with the student Facing History shares out. I know the attached PDF helped me establish a framework for myself and my class. I might be talking from a place of privilege- our school has more diversity in tribe/red or purple or blue/party affiliations. As much as it pains me sometimes to listen to kids rant about some fringe 'authority' I give them space. I don't think it's defeatist, it's more strategical. Give them a wide berth and challenge or extend their thinking. I think keeping civil discourse civil is easier with students than adults/karens/drunk uncles at Thanksgiving. Low bar, I know. The PDF and blog helps.
https://facingtoday.facinghistory.org/how-do-we-talk-about-issues-that-matter