Discussion and Facilitation Guidance

Fostering Civil Discourse: Difficult Classroom Conversations in a Diverse Democracy: A practical educator guide from Facing History & Ourselves that provides classroom routines, reflection questions, and strategies for planning and facilitating meaningful, respectful discussions around emotionally charged, controversial, or contemporary issues to build critical thinking and civic engagement while maintaining a supportive learning environment.

Facing History Foundations: Moving Safely In and Safely Out of Difficult Histories: A professional learning workshop from Facing History & Ourselves that helps educators design and facilitate difficult historical learning experiences by preparing students and teachers to enter, engage with, and exit sensitive content safely and thoughtfully.