"If we don’t want to replicate the polarization playing out among older adults today, putting teens in dialogue with peers whose points of view they might not otherwise share...is of vital importance." Samuel Abrams RealClearEducation realcleareducation.com/articles/2021/…

#starmanning in practice: 1. Restate their argument in a way they'd agree with. 2. Locate and explicitly acknowledge the fundamental human desires motivating them, and how you share those desires. 3. Use "We" language, rather than "Us vs. Them" language, when disagreeing.

Looking forward to presenting with Daniel Hack at #NYSCATE2021 and sharing how Allelo can help facilitate better conversations inside and outside of the classroom. #DiscussionsDoneBetter #edtech

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The hallmark of an open mind is not letting your ideas become your identity. If you define yourself by your opinions, questioning them is a threat to your integrity. If you see yourself as a curious person or a lifelong learner, changing your mind is a moment of growth.

I appreciate this piece all the more having just finished Clint Smith How the Word is Passed. economist.com/interactives/c…

Proud to share that Allelo has made it to the Elite 200 in the GSV Ventures #GSVCup pitch competition! Over 750+ #EdTech startups entered, and we’re in the semi-finals! Learn more: hubs.ly/Q012m8QN0

Sharing my love of Broadway (and Hugh Jackman) with the next generation. Thanks to all involved in The Music Man on Broadway for making our mother & daughter day out one to remember! And thanks to Bill Minick for the best Christmas gift ever.

At #SOTU, Joe Biden said, "Stop seeing each other as enemies and start seeing each other for who we are: fellow Americans.” 400+ organizations in the #ListenFirst Coalition are working every day to achieve that stronger future, together. Join them! listenfirstproject.org/listen-first-c…

"We must be able to argue both sides of an issue...to understand, to the best of our ability, the thinking and rationale of those who oppose us. This kind of cognitive empathy can inform us on how to address these people and help us clarify our own position."

Reading Don't Label Me by Irshad and came across a good reminder. "Keep in mind that 'listening to' doesn't have to mean 'agreeing with.'"

A good thread from a teacher, on losing the battle for students' attention

I agree with this. edsurge.com/news/2022-06-0…

Looking for help from the Twitterverse. Planning a unit for The Crucible, and I want my students to explore the relationship between fear and moral decision making. Looking for research & readings in this area to incorporate. Any recommendations?