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Is Classroom Discussion a Dying Art?

ED Surge

Students may also worry about harming their peers, especially during discussions about emotional or controversial topics, says Graham Bullock, an associate professor of political science at Davidson College in North Carolina. That could be a really dangerous proposition. They dont know how to speak up in class, he says.

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College Uncovered: DEI Backlash

The Hechinger Report

Even among supporters of diversity and inclusion, some progressive and independent academics concede that some elements of DEI could discourage discussion of controversial topics for fear of offending some students. UNC student Preston Hill is a sophomore studying journalism and political science. Hey, Phillip.