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We all have questions but sometimes our answers divide us. People tend to be tribal when it comes to answers and solutions. I believe the key is listening to all answers objectively and respectfully, then forming your opinion based on research.

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I really like this statement. I think people come together on a question that needs to be answered but they may not always agree on the answer. Everyone has their own opinion whether it's right or whether it's wrong that's what makes us unique.

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I agree with you, and really as time goes on it seems to me most people understand that their perceptions and experiences help to soften change to a person.

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I love your response and would add that nature and nurture play a big roll in that.  My family for example was very right wing oriented.  I have friends that are also hard left leaning.  Over the years I have come to experience validity somewhat within both sides.

Great post.

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There is no such thing as a safe space anymore, in this hypersensitive environment.  I agree that asking questions are important but as you mentioned in some of your responses, politics is a big one where asking questions is not safe and most times met with hostility.

Southpark did an amazing job at making fun of asking questions and how people use it as weapons.

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I feel the following quote goes well with this conversation.  Instead of technology insert conversation in it's place.  "The problem is not technology.  The problem is the person or persons using it."  Billy Graham

Question and answers can bring people together or be used to separate.

Kind words in response to another or simply a kind smile can heal.

Yet a look, posture, or phrase whether in a question or answer can cause pain suffering, fear, sadness.

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I agree with what you said! Different answers and lack of not trying to see the other side of things can turn into conflict. I wish that the "agree to disagree" state of mind could be applied to  certain conflicts.

-Daniela Larios

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I agree with Elie Wiesel's quote. People usually come together and unite when searching for an answer. Answers can vary depending on the perspective one may have towards something. Different answers to one question can then divide people because of their different perspectives.

Examples: Political parties disagreeing with every little element of each component the other party stands for/supports.

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Yes, I agree with Elie Wiesel's quote. Questions motivate people to unite in order to discover an answer. When individuals claim they have the answer,  people choose whether to agree or disagree with their statements. Answers and solutions are seldom agreed on because people have varied perspectives. For example, our world is currently divided on safety solutions regarding COVID-19; individuals rationalize answers based on their personal experiences.

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Hayley- Yes, answers are so often dominated by people's personal opinion.

Annie- Agreed, people hate being told they are wrong. I've seen too many people make rash decisions because they didn't want to appear flawed.

Velma- I appreciate the example of helping a friend. It is true that even in close friend groups, friends have differing opinions on how to solve problems.

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The greater good is an excellent example of how questions allow for change and growth. Answers can have an undertone of "right or wrong" and don't always allow space for other points of view. Questions involve listening.

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I definitely thought of politics (lol) There is a contradiction that arises when it comes to finding the answer to a problem. Opinions rise strong, but when questions are asked- multiple views are being made aware of.

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I like what you said about sharing a common goal. This is a great concept to students to think about when relating themselves to the community and world around them.

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I agree. Asking questions allows a safe space for inquiry where as answers can be dominated by opinion and can be looked upon as "right or wrong".

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Yes questions and answers are always encouraged and your right it's the perspective on how people view the topic in question.

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Yes I agree with you I don't have a facebook however my daughter is always on her's and it's fun to watch as she read some of the comments people commenting and have no idea who the person is and yet they give their opinions just fun to see how they agree and disagree again just human nature and our values and beliefs.

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Most definitely especially in Politics lol. We all have our values, and beliefs however it's human nature to have our own opinions and what we think on the subject matter. This is what makes us unique but sometimes it's hard for someone to admit they were wrong.

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I agree, a group of people may have the same question. They would all ask to find out the answer. If the answer is not what they want to hear, then they may be divided. If others like the answer then there may be conflict within the 2 different people.

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Responding to Jessica Carter.

I agree that sometimes our point of views are different and answers will be different.

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I tend to agree with this quote.  I think when people have a common goal that it unites them.  For example when a friend ask for help with whatever issue, we are all eager to give our suggestions. I also believe that sometimes we have different answers to the same question that we might believe are the best answers.  This might lead to disagreements.

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I agree because for centuries people have united for the greater good in asking questions that often don't have the answer too. It's when we get to what the answers might be to those questions that people always seem to disagree. Whether it be religion, politics, social, and economic issues. The answers seem to always splinter people into different groups. The example that comes to mind is most specifically how christianity seems to agree that Jesus is the son of God and the saviour, but the disagree on different things about Christianity. That's what caused people to splinter off into different denominations of Christianity.

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I'm not really sure how I feel about this questions. It makes sense, but I also think asking certain questions can divide people as well. I also think answering certain questions can unite people. It really just depends on the people, the questions, and the answers.

Casi - That is true, I haven't really that about people not accepting an answer due to their beliefs.

Tina - That is so true about politics. I notice that a lot of people are referencing Facebook. Since I don't have a Facebook I do not see this area of question and answers.

Ashley - I absolutely see where you are coming from. I am on the fence as well. Some people WILL change their opinion when given an answer.

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I agree with this statement. Just being on Facebook or any social media platform this is seen over and over again. You see people asking the same questions but for some, when that is answered they still will not accept it because that goes against what they believe.

Jessica I agree with that it all relies on our understanding and perception. I would also say it's our willingness to understand someone else's point of view to really help us learn new things.

Tina, I definitely agree with what you said. We far too often only see our way is right instead of actually taking the time to listen or do our own research and it continues to divide people.

Chesanie, I honestly didn't think about it in a classroom setting but I loved how you tied it back to that. I really enjoy watching my students collaborate over and use different ways to find an answer.

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I love your insight, Jessica. I agree in questioning to help solve problems. It's interesting how some questions have so many different answers depending on how people perceive things. Wonder what our students might say to this quote?

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I definitely agree with this quote. We all often have the same cares and concerns that unite us. Take the topics that are surrounding us this very day, for example: the pandemic, school and business reopenings, racial and social injustice. We want to know what actions will be done as a result of these events, and yet, we very likely already have the answers (our opinions) we want to hear within us. All too often, we don't get those answers in return, and it can be confusing and frustrating.

As Jessica was saying in her post, we all have our differences that make us unique from others, based on our understanding of topics, personal experience, and perception. All these things filter in to create our opinions and biases, and can be ultimately divisive.

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Haley and Tina,
I understand what you are saying and you are right about the fact that most people don't argue about the question posed but the responses given. It comes back to our preference, stance, experiences, and perceptions that cause us to agree or disagree with someone else.

Chesanie,
I like your connection to Science. This scenario happens quite a bit when students are working in groups but I enjoy seeing students have to problem solve through conversation and collaboration.

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I am in the middle with this quote. I believe in asking questions all of the time. I believe that people usually have similar questions and wondering. The answers though can bring people together or divide them as well. It relies on our understanding of the subject, experiences, and perception.

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Ashley, I see where you are coming from.  If people will stop to actually consider another's answer or opinion, it definitely can serve to unite them.

Haley,  I have gotten so tired of all the arguing about COVID on Facebook that I scroll right on by.  It is frustrating to see the divisiveness of people over the issue.

Chesanie,
You have fun subject matter to teach (Science and Soc. Stud.). I'm sure there are some great discussions in your class and you have the great opportunity to be the facilitator and teach your students how to "agree to disagree" and how to look at the facts and be reasonable enough to change their minds.

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I totally agree with this statement. Just get on Facebook and you can see this in action. Someone will ask a question (usually politically based) and many people will come together to respond to the question but then the answers will cause people to get angry and argue, thus dividing them. We struggle to be accepting of other's viewpoints and often think our way of looking at something is the only way to look at it.

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I agree chesanie.  I was a science teacher in third grade and when answering questions there were many different ideas given to one question.
Ashley I can see where you are on the fence. I have had opinions on a subject that people helped me see their side. I think it does help change your thinking when you can see where someone is coming from.

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I agree with this quote. The reason behind me agreeing is COVID and Facebook. You might find that interesting, but if you look at any post you will see where there are questions raised and answers given. Not one person is arguing about the question itself but arguing with answers people have to the question raised. Therefore creating division.

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I'm on the fence whether I agree or disagree. I have seen that it is true for some people when their opinion is so strong, they will not consider facts and reasoning that proves their opinion wrong. I have also seen people who have changed their opinion and are open to have someone else challenge their thinking and welcome the newfound knowledge. To me, it depends on the person.

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I agree with this statement. I think when people have differing opinions on an answer that is when they become divided. I see this a lot in my science classroom when I pose a question to the whole group. Students who have different ways of thinking will often have different ways of coming to an answer. I have also seen students who are confused about a concept come together to figure out an answer.