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Talking (or Dialogue) Circle

Overview

Dialogue circles serve as a safe gathering space for all participants to discuss sensitive topics, build community, and address conflict.

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Example: Use This Strategy In in the Classroom

  • Starting the day with a talking circle encourages learners to engage in conversation with their peers and teacher. Having a talking piece for the speaker to hold reminds others to listen and support the speaker. This time is important for developing Self-Regulation and Social Awareness & Relationship Skills.

    • Design It into Your Product

  • Designing products that allow learners to practice listening and sharing their thoughts in a communal space promotes increased Attention and Inhibition. Additionally, including a facilitator to maintain established norms is especially important in the digital space.

    • Use It in the Classroom

    Watch how this elementary school teacher starts each day with a dialogue circle. By incorporating mindfulness and a reflection time to check-in with everyone, learners feel part of the community and are more motivated to learn.

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    Factors Supported by this Strategy

    Student Background Information
    Social Emotional Learning
    Cognition
    Language and Literacy

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