Teach Your Kids Dr. Ron Hassner: Protecting Free Speech, Fostering Critical Thinking, and Promoting Respectful Dialogue on College Campuses
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Teach Your Kids: LinkedIn | Website | X | Instagram | Substack | Facebook | TikTok
Manisha: LinkedIn | X | Instagram | Facebook
Dr. Ron Hassner: Website | Email | UC Berkeley Political Science
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“A Call for Community on Campus” Joint Statement by Professor Hassner and Professor Bazian
University of California, Berkeley on LinkedIn: A call for community on campus
Teach Your Kids Podcast Episodes
- Dr. Gordon Neufeld on Redefining Parental Power & Connection
- Talking to Kids about War: Listening, Speaking, and Constructive Action
Teach Your Kids Blog Posts
Books and Articles
- Dr. Ron Hassner’s Books
- Survey Unveiling Berkeley Undergraduates' Views on International Conflicts: Passion, ignorance, and teaching the Israeli-Palestinian conflict | Ron E. Hassner | The Blogs
- Arabs and Israelis: Conflict and peacemaking in the Middle East - Abdel Monem Said Aly, Shai Feldman, Khalil Shikaki /
- California College Campuses Convulsed in Protest During Israel-Hamas War - The New York Times
Organizations
- Brandeis University
- Berkeley University
- The Palestinian Centre for Rapprochement Between People (the organization where Manisha volunteered in 2001)
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Time Codes
00:00:00 — Introduction: Manisha welcomes Dr. Ron Hassner
00:02:30 — Dr. Hassner delves into his academic journey, shedding light on his passion for Israeli studies and conflict resolution
00:05:00 — Exploring the unexpected value and potential of academic disagreements as a catalyst for deeper understanding
00:07:15 — Dr. Hassner recounts a significant event that shaped his approach to addressing contentious issues within academia
00:10:00 — An in-depth discussion on how conflicting viewpoints in academia are inevitable and essential for intellectual growth
00:15:00 — A conversation on the unique role universities play in mediating conflicts and fostering a culture of peace and dialogue
00:18:45 — Examining how polarized environments affect academic discourse and the pursuit of truth
00:20:30 — Dr. Hassner reflects on his experiences of working collaboratively with colleagues holding opposing viewpoints
00:23:00 — A detailed analysis of a specific case study from Dr. Hassner's research, illustrating the complexities of academic debates
00:28:30 — Navigating Ideological Differences: Strategies and approaches for handling ideological differences in academic settings for productive outcomes
00:35:00 — A discussion on how to engage in productive academic conversations that bridge differences and foster learning
00:40:00 — Concluding Thoughts: Key takeaways and reflections from the discussion
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