Difficult Discussions in the Classroom

This training module prepares teachers to navigate and facilitate difficult conversations that may emerge in diverse classroom settings. Drawing from real-world contexts, it explores how discussions around worldviews, social and political events, personal experiences, and challenging course content can evoke strong emotions and perspectives. Educators will learn strategies to foster respectful dialogue, manage conflict, and create inclusive learning environments where complex issues can be engaged thoughtfully and constructively. Equipping teachers with these skills supports student engagement, social safety, deeper critical learning, and overall well-being.