https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961 en-us 2018-07-11 20:02:42 UTC 2025-11-02 07:42:58 UTC hello@padlet.com yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269982798 While participating in these conversations, students need to feel safe and not fear retaliation for comments they make during the discussion. To support this, teachers can set ground rules for these kind of discussions early in the year: During this time, it is also important to discuss the concepts of empathy and perspective. ]]> 2018-07-11 20:08:00 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269982798 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269982869   Listen respectfully, without interrupting. 
 Respect one another’s views. 
 Criticize ideas, not individuals. 
 Commit to learning, not debating.  Avoid blame and speculation. 
 Avoid inflammatory language ]]> 2018-07-11 20:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269982869 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983026 Before facilitating or engaging in these type of conversations it it important that you consider your own biases or confusion surrounding the issue.]]> 2018-07-11 20:12:36 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983026 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983072 -How have you come to know what you know or think what you think? 

-Why have you valued some information or sources over others? ]]> 2018-07-11 20:13:37 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983072 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983762 Because the United States has become increasingly racially diverse, so have our schools and classrooms.  It is important to remember that each of the students in your classroom comes from a unique background (regardless of race) and has had different experiences. ]]> 2018-07-11 20:28:02 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983762 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983840  Give students the opportunity to express their views and make it your goal to understand, value and respect the backgrounds and experiences that formed them. ]]> 2018-07-11 20:29:54 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269983840 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269984067 While conversations about such topics can arise at any moment, we must try ti get the most out of the discussion.  When possible state an objective for the discussion that connects to the curriculum or standards. ]]> 2018-07-11 20:33:47 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269984067 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269984513 We should constantly remind ourselves and students that participation in these conversations provide opportunities engage in experiences that develop fairmindedness, and encourage recognition and serious consideration of opposing points of view, respect for well-supported positions, sensitivity to cultural similarities and differences, and a commitment to individual and social responsibility ]]> 2018-07-11 20:43:26 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269984513 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269984679 Research suggests assigning readings or showing a video clip about a particular conflict or topic to prompt discussion. By doing so, it allows others to gain awareness on the topic and of others' views. ]]> 2018-07-11 20:47:07 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269984679 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985784 2018-07-11 21:13:28 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985784 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985891 It is importance that we do not dominate the discussion or just passively observe. ]]> 2018-07-11 21:15:11 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985891 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985966 2018-07-11 21:16:39 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985966 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985978   Provide reminders about respecting the right of others to have differing opinions
 re-word questions posed by students
 correct misinformation
 ask for clarification
 review the main points
 make reference to relevant reading materials or course content. ]]> 2018-07-11 21:16:54 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269985978 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986138 Sometimes these conversations may become intense or heated. During all times it we should protect students from feeling personally attacked. ]]> 2018-07-11 21:20:21 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986138 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986254 2018-07-11 21:22:15 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986254 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986270 To redirect students, remind them that it is okay to disagree, but to keep comments focused on the ideas and not the people who share their ideas.]]> 2018-07-11 21:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986270 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986350 Going off of tip #7, because there is a possibility that some students may get angry or upset, it is very important to remain calm and try to turn this into a learning experience for students as the facilitator. ]]> 2018-07-11 21:24:09 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986350 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986468 2018-07-11 21:26:59 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986468 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986472  Don’t avoid the issue, but do defer it until you make a plan for dealing with it if necessary ]]> 2018-07-11 21:27:04 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986472 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986518  At the end of the discussion, summarize the main points. You can also ask students for quick written feedback about the discussion, which you can discuss during the next class. ]]> 2018-07-11 21:28:05 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986518 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986565  Allowing students to summarize provides opportunities for student to recall, review and reflect upon the content of the discussion.]]> 2018-07-11 21:29:04 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986565 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986619 Time for reflection is important because if gives students the opportunity to think back to the comments made by other students, especially those they may disagree with. It is also beneficial to allow students to record their reflections in writing. In doing so, the shy or less talkative students have an opportunity to respond privately while allowing them time to unwind as well. ]]> 2018-07-11 21:30:13 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986619 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986802 2018-07-11 21:34:06 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986802 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986805 Ask students to think about whether there are new ideas, opinions or opportunities
for further discussions, awareness and reflection.]]> 2018-07-11 21:34:12 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986805 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986910 Moore, A. L., & Deshaies, M., (2014) Ten tips for facilitating classroom discussions on sensitive topics. ]]> 2018-07-11 21:35:35 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/269986910 yanineescalante https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/370676840 2019-07-09 21:41:44 UTC https://padlet.com/yanineescalante/7gmcip6hz961/wish/370676840