Controversy in the classroom
Book • 2009
Diana E. Hess's 'Controversy in the Classroom' examines the role of classroom discussion in democratic education, arguing that engaging students with contentious issues fosters critical thinking and civic competence.
Drawing on research and classroom examples, Hess outlines how teachers can structure conversations to encourage respectful deliberation while confronting controversial topics.
The book emphasizes the importance of preparing students to understand multiple perspectives and the ethical dimensions of public issues.
Hess provides practical guidance for creating conditions that support productive discourse and learning across differences.
Overall, the work highlights discussion as a central pedagogical tool for cultivating informed and engaged citizens.
Drawing on research and classroom examples, Hess outlines how teachers can structure conversations to encourage respectful deliberation while confronting controversial topics.
The book emphasizes the importance of preparing students to understand multiple perspectives and the ethical dimensions of public issues.
Hess provides practical guidance for creating conditions that support productive discourse and learning across differences.
Overall, the work highlights discussion as a central pedagogical tool for cultivating informed and engaged citizens.
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