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Topic 5 Civil Discourse and Conflict Resolution- 1 week
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=go5PjCDEb58
Rules for Civil Discourse in the Classroom
Research indicates that students are more likely to follow rules when they are part of the rule-making process. Involve your students in a discussion about classroom rules that will encourage civil discourse. Keep (and perhaps post) the rules for use during the school year.
Civil Discourse in the Classroom
Wait to be recognized by the teacher before speaking. Don’t interrupt or talk over someone else who is speaking. Listen for content in the statements of others, even if you disagree. Don’t engage in side conversations that distract from the speaker who has the floor. Don’t assume that you know what someone else means. Ask questions that help you understand perspectives different from your own. Relate your comments to those of previous speakers. Don’t get personal. No demeaning or inappropriate comments, facial expressions, or gestures. Differentiate between facts and opinions. Both are valid when expressed appropriately. Listen more than you speak.
Active Listening Activity
Select a controversial issue—in this case we will look at the issue of immigration. It can be any controversial issue. Place 6-8 chairs in front of the classroom Form two teams of 3-4 people each First person states viewpoint and briefly explains why No one interrupts Opposite side takes turn making argument Before person across from him or her can respond, must in some way restate his or her understanding of what has been said.
Active Listening
Should the U.S. provide a path for undocumented immigrants who came here illegally or overstayed their visas to become naturalized citizens?
Conflict Resolution Lesson Plan Ideas
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17fjvNO7mS85WyAm_52MIf8suSvgxVrpYKokDS0LuGNM/edit
https://classroom.kidshealth.org/classroom/6to8/personal/growing/conflict_resolution.pdf
https://storycorps.org/discover/education/lesson-the-power-of-active-listening/
https://www.choices.edu/teaching-news-lesson/values-public-policy/
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