Oct 10 SS by

2025-10-10 14:13:54 UTC

If I disagreed with something someone said, I would try to listen because I'd wonder if they see/know something I don't

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:16:09 UTC

I think the padlet quizzes allow for a person to talk about how they truly feel without worrying about if another peer were to disagree, or look at them in a different way

ninatorkelson2 — 2025-10-10 14:16:45 UTC

I heavily agree with Steph, it's really important to ask someone why they have certain thoughts on a topic. Therefore, they get a chance to provide their evidence and you get a chance to understand them better.

MadiStroschein — 2025-10-10 14:16:49 UTC

I feel uncomfortable on the inside circle sometimes because I don't want to offend people and say the wrong thing. I also feel like it is hard to talk sometimes.

ninatorkelson2 — 2025-10-10 14:18:09 UTC

I think the Padlet is also easier to get your thoughts out on, because sometimes you panic and get your words mixed up. It's sometimes easier to get your thoughts out clearly when you have a chance to write it.

piersonmp3 — 2025-10-10 14:18:30 UTC

It's fine to be annoyed, heated, or passionate about a topic. It's part of the human experience and having moments of tension like this in or out of class, especially during debate, is important.

If you're crossing a boundary into anger or aggression that is obviously a different thing and not okay in this space.

I think it's healthy to have those conversations and hope that more people are willing to engage in them. Especially when this is specifically meant to be a forum for these discussions.

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:18:41 UTC

I agree with Cade, I think when you’re on the outside you can really reflect what you’re going to say before saying it compared to being on the inside

Kaylee

k0915255 — 2025-10-10 14:18:48 UTC

I agree with Nur, I feel like I feel more comfortable in the Padlet because I feel less judged for what I say.

alyssawickman1 — 2025-10-10 14:19:03 UTC

I think that Steph brings up a really good point, people are very quick to jump and say that you disagree with someone, and they cannot always explain or give a reasoning on why they disagree with them. And I think that goes with the rules of having an open mind. Some people do not always have an open mind in the discussions, and it is clear.

adalynneleach — 2025-10-10 14:19:55 UTC

I agree with what Cade said. Sometimes it's hard to be actively speaking and sharing your ideas and opinions in a room that might have different opinions. It's important that as a class we are welcoming to ALL opinions. We need to take the time to actually listen to what others are saying and if you disagree, there is a respectful way to do it.

Hannah J

2025-10-10 14:21:11 UTC

I think we should be able to speak what we think because its the 1st amendment and if people don't agree thats fine because then we can listen to why they don't agree and I would be fine with that. And don't be disrespectful and it will be a easy general talk Instead of getting on each other.Yes it is hard to not get mad but we when we talk about things in school it should be respectful no matter what. It is okay to not agree with them but still speak up and tell them your side.

Emma Semler

mineimoose — 2025-10-10 14:21:27 UTC

When I'm in the circle, I struggle to express myself because I feel like there's not enough time for me to figure out how to say things in a thoughtful, eloquent, and respectful way. I prefer talking on the padlet because I can monitor my words more effectively.

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:21:36 UTC

Cade has an amazing point, I think when we come together as people to discuss different opinions, I think it is almost always coming from a persons background, unless the person is willing and wanting to be open-minded and have a “neutral” perspective

2025-10-10 14:21:55 UTC

Sometimes it's really hard for me to watch 2 main people speak up and take up a lot of time without being considerate of the other people in the circle who have been waiting for a chance to speak

Madi

MadiStroschein — 2025-10-10 14:22:02 UTC

I agree with Jordan "agree to disagree"

marinirvine — 2025-10-10 14:22:17 UTC

While I do think it is normal to be angry and frustrated to have harder conversations I think it is crucial that if you're having a visceral emotional reaction that you need to manage that before you respond. Especially in more formal situations

In regards to last week I feel like there was an outburst before someone even finished their sentence. When you have a intense negative reaction you need to check in with yourself

hendersontyler151 — 2025-10-10 14:22:34 UTC

I absolutely agree with Cade. Opinions and views are often built off of experiences that you have had for a long period of time. It can be hard to put those things aside.

Kaylee

k0915255 — 2025-10-10 14:22:48 UTC

I agree with Jordyn. I think that we need to listen to others opions and not get heated because again we do not have to agree, it is just to learn about the other side and learn

adalynneleach — 2025-10-10 14:23:03 UTC

I agree with what Jordyn said. We are not all the same person and we have different views and opinions. That is completely okay and normal. It is okay to agree to disagree.

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:24:03 UTC

I think Gunnar has a good point, I agree with that some people want to avoid potential “conflict” or opposing opinions, so they go with that the majority thinks.

Which in this class doesn’t really work because we are supposed to discuss everyone’s personal opinions and there’s no right or wrong in this class.

ninatorkelson2 — 2025-10-10 14:26:10 UTC

I feel like last week felt like more of a one-on-one conversation. When that happens in a group discussion, it kind of disengages the rest of the group who is also trying to have a part in the conversation.

Kaylee

k0915255 — 2025-10-10 14:26:34 UTC

I totally agree with Addison. I feel like we really need to be able to hear each other's opinions, and when it gets heated, I feel like that is a key sign that you are not listening to opinions.

k0910898 — 2025-10-10 14:27:04 UTC

Patrice pushes the idea that our class should be a community. It’s safe to say that most people in this class agree with this/want this in the classroom despite maybe not knowing each other the best. I think a big part of people being more open on the padlet versus in class is because we don’t want the conflict. We need to start saying things outside of the padlet because hearing each other’s viewpoints is important in becoming a community. The main thing some of us need to work on is keeping calm and not talking over one another.

Madi

MadiStroschein — 2025-10-10 14:27:13 UTC

What Addison said is so true. Last week it wasn't listening to each others viewpoints it felt like nobody was open to hearing each other out.

pieper

pieperstence — 2025-10-10 14:29:16 UTC

I think it was very passionate and could've been more respectful. But I also think the way the rest of the circle responded could've been better as well. Like Steph said body language matters. The circle also has the responsibility to reel the conversation back in, clarify, and move forward. The amount of side conversations, facial reactions, etc made the environment more uncomfortable in my opinion. I was super distracted afterwards and felt frustrated because we allowed it distract from the conversations

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:30:38 UTC

I appreciate what Aaron said, especially about him and Michael having a discussion after class to further try to see each others point. I personally see a lot of times that people sort of just shut down and don’t wanna hear the other person out. So for them to talk more about their disagreement I think is what the world needs more of, regardless if people never come to an agreement, just simply having a conversation I think is more mature step in a society where people usually try to “bash” each other.

ninatorkelson2 — 2025-10-10 14:30:55 UTC

Cade is making a really good point - a lot of these heated conversations start with just a misunderstanding. Like Marin said, managing your emotional knee-jerk reaction and first asking clarification questions could help us avoid getting angry or upset.

Emma Semler

mineimoose — 2025-10-10 14:31:22 UTC

I think that sometimes we get into a rut of listening to respond instead of listening to take something away from what was said. With how fast paced these discussions can get it can be hard to take the time to fully digest things.

2025-10-10 14:31:36 UTC

I agree with Nur. The confrontation felt more like a fight/argument. Even if it was for a few seconds, it left a lasting impression

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:34:35 UTC

I like what Steph said, I think addressing it up-front and right away would have made more people feel like there’s no tension or “hard feelings”

marinirvine — 2025-10-10 14:34:49 UTC

I think there are power dynamics in the classroom that should be taken into account. I was very frustrated with the interaction because there are people who are younger or women and I've seen interactions like the one last Friday be used in ways to shut down those voices

Emma Semler

mineimoose — 2025-10-10 14:35:57 UTC

I think part of it could also be that everyone has different cultures at home. I definitely felt a bit on edge for a moment but after I thought nothing of it because that was 5% of the energy that debates and discussions have in my household.

k0910898 — 2025-10-10 14:36:22 UTC

I really want to hear Michaels input. I feel keeping him out of the circle wasn’t the best idea. If it was Michaels choice to not be in the circle, then I completely respect it. But if he was in the circle then we could have another point of view.

alyssawickman1 — 2025-10-10 14:36:23 UTC

I agree with Steph. Yes, they were able to figure it out at the end, and that's good for the two of them involved in the argument. But all of us still left the conversation feeling uncomfortable and not feeling like we would necessarily talk because we are worried that we would get the same reaction towards us.

Hannah J

2025-10-10 14:39:24 UTC

Aron and michael back and forth coudl've been handle diffrently and not everyone got to talk but I felt that you guys talked to much it's not just about you and him and the whole class so. you guys took away talking time yes we get you both have your points but you made it clear but kept going and didn't share the air so.

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:39:24 UTC

I love what Patrice said

ninatorkelson2 — 2025-10-10 14:39:25 UTC

I like the point Aaron made that sometimes we agree with people to be friendly and avoid confrontation, even if we don't actually agree with it. We have to be careful that we don't lose our own morals/values just to avoid a disagreement.

pieperstence — 2025-10-10 14:40:51 UTC

I feel frustrated because I really love the questions Patrice poses and completely agree that we need to be uncomfortable. Last week we let two people who got passionate completely distract from these meaningful questions. I felt like a good opportunity for discussion was taken away and that frustrated me.

MadiStroschein — 2025-10-10 14:45:18 UTC

I feel it's harder to talk to peers compared to children or somebody older than me. I don't want to be judged or be wrong.

k0910898 — 2025-10-10 14:45:24 UTC

I love want Cade said. Teachers are just public speakers. However, talking amongst your peers is a lot harder than talking to people older or younger than you. This is at least how I feel since, like Kingston, I am also not good with public speaking.

hendersontyler151 — 2025-10-10 14:47:18 UTC

I completely see everyone’s point about both the fear of public speaking and want to not look dumb. I feel that as the semester continues to go on we will be able to improve on these things as a group.

pieperstence — 2025-10-10 14:47:34 UTC

I think moving forward we should continue to do a better job of encouraging each other to speak up. I think asking more direct questions other than "do you have something to add" is really helpful.

Patrice

socialsciences6 — 2025-10-10 14:49:27 UTC

Do I need to give you less questions? I never expect answers to all the questions. I put the questions there to make you think while you are reading/viewing resources - that's it.

adalynneleach — 2025-10-10 14:49:39 UTC

I completely agree with Steph and Cade. I don't want to come off as disrespectful by cutting anyone off. I don't like to jump in until I see that everyone else is done talking. I agree with what Cade said that there is an underlying pressure to talk so many times.

Hannah J

2025-10-10 14:49:53 UTC

Wait till they are done talking that is not that hard but we have a issue were we can get off topic and we need to reel it back in and stay on topic. To go back on topic wait till they are done talking.

2025-10-10 14:50:12 UTC

I think we can allow comfortability to jump in by keeping an eye out for people who look like they want to say something and be inviting to have them jump in

Hannah K

2025-10-10 14:51:38 UTC

I really like how the conversation turned to how we can make the discussions better and more “welcoming” for people to talk. I think this was a really good discussion and would love to see more like it.

ninatorkelson2 — 2025-10-10 14:56:10 UTC

I agree with Addison, we all have a responsibility to pay attention if we see someone who wants to add something - it's not 100% the spiders' job.

Aaron D.

2025-10-10 15:48:43 UTC

I feel like I should add something after. I think this was a great discussion on the fact of how a conversation should go. As I said, I disagree with how the conversation between me and Michael was viewed, but I will 100% change how I go about it in the future in ANY conversation. There is a middle ground that I can come too. I do not want to make people uncomfortable in talks such as this, so I will make sure I won't do so. Everyone's voice matters. Great job!