Classroom Culture Wars
Efforts at Community and Consensus Building
In recent years, there has been a growing divide in the education community over a number of controversial topics. On one side are those who advocate for so-called traditional values, such as strict discipline and a focus on core academic subjects. On the other side are those who support a more progressive approach, with an emphasis on creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional learning. The culture wars have led to heated debates over everything from curriculum standards to dress codes, and there shows no signs of abating any time soon. Given the potential impact on students' futures, the culture wars are sure to continue to be a major force in education for years to come (Classroom Culture Wars: Who Decides?, n.d.).
Additionally, over the past few years, there has been an increasingly polarized debate over the role of education in society. On one side are those who believe that schools should focus on academic achievement and preparing students for the workplace....
On the other side are those who believe that education should also promote social and emotional learning, with a focus on creating well-rounded citizens.This debate has often led to division and conflict, both within school communities and on a larger societal level. However, I believe that...
…an innate tendency to seek both connection and separation from others. However, this need for connection often conflicts with our need for independence, leading to internal conflict.In order to build consensus in the education community and end the culture wars, individuals must first learn to resolve these conflicts within themselves. Only by coming to an agreement with oneself can one hope to then reach an agreement with others. Ury outlines a step-by-step process for doing this, which includes identifying the communitys true goals, exploring different options, and considering the interests of all stakeholders. By following these steps, individuals can learn to build consensus within themselves, and ultimately within…
References
Classroom Culture Wars: Who Decides? (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBu2QBP3Dhk
Fisher, R., Ury, W. L., & Patton, B. (2011). Getting to yes: Negotiating agreementwithout giving in. Penguin.
Getting to Yes with Yourself and Other Worthy Opponents, by William Ury.
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