Are discussions about Black Lives Matters making their way into your classroom? Do you want to bring up topics in the news like immigration, COVID-19, and the 2020 election, but are not sure how? Between overheard conversations and social media feeds, young people are regularly exposed to news featuring controversial issues that involve bias, hate, and social justice. They want to be part of the conversation and we should encourage their engagement. Are you concerned that these discussions will backfire and deteriorate into arguments, discord, and less understanding?

Anti Defamation League’s (ADL) anti-bias framework, interactive strategies, and current events content can help you gain the confidence and skills you need to turn “teachable moments” into enriching classroom lessons and conversations.

In this webinar, the presenters explore skills for understanding and challenging bias, connect anti-bias skills to current events and identify best practices and strategies for current events and anti-bias instruction.

Presenters

Tara Raju Education Director for ADL Mountain States Regional Office. 

Jinnie Spiegler Director of Curriculum and Training at ADL