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Episode 45: Preparing for Civil Discourse with Co-Authors Joe Schmidt & Nichelle Pinkney
Anxiety around engaging in civil discourse in the classroom can be a source of stress for educators, but my guests remind us that it doesn't have to be!
In this powerful conversation with Joe Schmidt and Nichelle Pinkney (co-authors of the book, Civil Discourse: Classroom Conversations for Stronger Communities), we discuss the principles and practices that empower teachers to have powerful conversations in their classrooms. They remind us that with the proper preparation and strategies, these kinds of conversations are not only possible, they are essential to preparing our students to engage…
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