Notre Dame is burning

How might we raise awareness about the values of different places to foster a collective sense of responsibility for their preservation?

Students examine the four images related to the burning of Notre Dame, reflecting on how different people might feel. Images include 

• Notre Dame on fire

• spectators who appear upset

• a large crowd suggesting general interest in the event

• two (fake) tweets expressing very different opinions on the significance of the event

The Empathy Map can be used to guide students’ observations. The goal is to appreciate that different places can hold diverse levels of meaning and significance for individuals. What may be important for one person, may not be important for another.