During this event, participants will explore pedagogical approaches to facilitating classroom discussions of racism, classism, sexism, homophobia, and other politically and emotionally charged issues. Led by Karen Zaino (Queens College), along with undergraduate Secondary Youth and Education Services students Azreen Hasan, Emily Ram, Maria Sultana, and Ahmad Zeidieh, this session will unpack the tensions and challenges of navigating such conversations in classroom settings. Participants will learn various techniques for facilitating critical discussions and will be provided an opportunity to brainstorm possibilities for broaching these issues in our own classes. Open to both faculty and students, this workshop provides a unique opportunity for current and aspiring teachers to collaborate to create constructive classroom environments.
