Facilitating Contentious Conversations in Your Classroom

Mylien Duong, a specialist in facilitating contentious conversations in educational settings, shares powerful strategies for tackling difficult topics in the classroom. She emphasizes the importance of preparing students for civic engagement and establishing a safe environment for discussions. Mylien discusses the significance of humility, effective questioning, and the impact of personal beliefs on perceptions of truth. She also introduces the concept of cyclic sighing as a tool to enhance classroom dialogue, leaving listeners inspired to transform contentious debates into constructive learning experiences.