Episode 38: Talking Elections in the Classroom

It's election season, and that can lead to challenging conversations in the classroom. Whether it's questions from students or handling sensitive subject matter, teachers need to be prepared. In this episode, 2012 Connecticut Teacher of the Year and Berlin social studies teacher David Bosso talks about how to handle political or controversial topics that may arise in the classroom. From presenting students with multiple perspectives to focusing on critical thinking to ensuring support from administration, Bosso has many suggestions to make sure classroom discussions are productive learning opportunities.