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Instructional Practices

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Mutual Learning Through Conversation

This article will support a teacher’s understanding of building a safe classroom climate


Shared Inquiry and Critical Conversations | Learning for Justice 

Norms for creating a democratic classroom


NCSS Social Education Jan/Feb 2024: Teaching Social Studies in Polarized Times 

Special Section of NCSS Social Education Journal, articles on considerations, strategies, and research


Teaching About Controversial Issues: A Resource Guide - Choices Program


What is Discourse?

Help students understand the difference between dialogue, discussion, and debate


Setting norms/shared agreements


Navigating difficult conversations

Proactive vs. reactive strategies 


Brave spaces for discussion

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