From Trolls to Tact: The Art of Civil Discourse in Online Discussions

In this episode, Amalie and Camie discuss civil discourse in online courses.

Guide to Civil Discourse

Keeping It Civil Online

Civil Discourse: A Higher Education Conversation

Steps to incorporating civil discourse in your online class:

1. Set norms and procedures
2. Scaffold curriculum so that students have the information needed to discuss the topics.
3. Model norms and procedures for students and rely on questioning strategies to guide the conversation.
4. Share mental health resources.