What are some specific language or phrasing that teachers can use to model respectful and constructive dialogue during discussions of current events?
Here are some specific language or phrasing that teachers can use to model respectful and constructive dialogue during discussions of current events:
- Paraphrase ideas being discussed to confirm understanding1.2
- Use sentence stems that add to the conversation, such as "I respectfully disagree... because..." or "Have you considered...".1
- Present a new question to help broaden or refine the discussion.1
- Share a personal experience that connects to the conversation.1
- Offer another viewpoint to spark conversation.1
- Make connections between ideas being shared.1
- Respect the other person's point of view, and expect them to respect yours.2
- Focus on what you're hearing, not what you're saying.2
- Be direct and address uncomfortable situations head-on.2
- Criticize ideas, not individuals or groups.3
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