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While discussing different cultures and their norms, I had a student who got very offensive when the Muslim culture came up to discuss. I tried to control the situation and keep it civilized and not meant to attack any other races. This particular student got in a very heated discussion with another and stormed out. What should I do in the future to avoid a situation like this one?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
Culture, religion and politics can be very sensitive topics especially if someone feels disrespected or prejudice from another group of people based on generalizations. It is very important to set the tone for sensitive topics. Students need to know that the lesson discussions may include view different but respect is expected and disrespect is not tolerated. Students need to know they have a voice and can share their perspective in a respectful manner. I would even give an example of controversial views before the class discussion. Perhaps students could write their thoughts in their notebook before sharing a view point. This is an opportunity for real-life learning.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I really enjoyed your solution and think it would be the most effective in dealing with this sort of sensitive situation.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 12:53 am
Rated By: adenar
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Yes, proper guidelines need to be set up front....
Rated On: October 19, 2014 1:02 am
Rated By: uZyvaP
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I like this solution because as you said it is an opportunity for real life learning. Situations like this happen in real life and students need to learn how to discuss topics like this with respect and an open mind with each other. I think it would also be good to go over some stereo types and over generalizations to show students the difference.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 1:01 pm
Rated By: yjeNus
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This would be an excellent way to handle the situation. I agree that it is important to set the tone for sensitive issues and explain that everyone's opinion is valued but they also have to be respectful and that you will not tolerate disrespect or ganging up on one student.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 3:33 pm
Rated By: esaSaV
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great solution. Students need to learn to be respectful of all viewpoints, even when they are different from there own.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 3:40 pm
Rated By: Megan Lee
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree with your ideas and would use these if I was in a similar situation. It is important to allow freedom for students to speak, but they must respect one another.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 3:43 pm
Rated By: uVejeg
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think these are great ideas. I especially like the idea of students writing down their thoughts in a notebook before sharing them. This allows them to think deeper about their view and come up with ways to talk about their views without disrespecting anyone.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 5:10 pm
Rated By: Kayla Campbell
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree that the student needs to learn about how to disagree and state their opinions in a respectful manner.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 7:59 pm
Rated By: Brianne Blowers
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a fantastic solution. The understanding of opinions and respect are very important.
Rated On: October 21, 2014 2:59 am
Rated By: yVuLyR
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This solution was very helpful.
Rated On: February 22, 2015 3:31 am
Rated By: ZyhyJu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: If I were in this situation, I would exactly do this. Students should be allowed to share their views but at the same time need to understand that others may have different views. Both sides need to be respectful of the others point of view.
Rated On: February 24, 2015 1:52 am
Rated By: tuWyDe
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is an appropriate solution for this type of problem and I would implement this if I ever have this happen.
Rated On: February 25, 2015 3:45 am
Rated By: uVataS
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I really like the idea of the thought journal so you can review them before the discussion begins.
Rated On: February 25, 2015 7:24 pm
Rated By: aNaQev
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Yes, This is a great way to get students thinking about other points of view, but more importantly to be respectful.
Rated On: February 26, 2015 5:49 pm
Rated By: aSaByN
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think that the notebook idea is quite neat, I never heard of it before but could see it helping tremendously. I think students need to learn what is appropriate and not appropriate with a respectful manner for topics that are sensitive as well as knowing they can speak in the classroom without judgement which might take time for the teacher and students to build a good environment for that. But the students do need to be respectful with what they are saying and could use the notebook idea which the teacher can use further to make discussions out of their thoughts from the notebooks.
Rated On: February 26, 2015 10:21 pm
Rated By: aHeXud
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I'll try to remember this solution if I ever have a problem like this.
Rated On: February 28, 2015 4:58 am
Rated By: XudaBy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This would be an ideal approach, but letting everybody know they have a voice this will make everybody more comfortable to participate. While setting boundaries will let everybody know that everybody has their own opinion and deserves respect.
Rated On: March 1, 2015 4:32 am
Rated By: Charity Knowles
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: If I were in this situation, I would do exactly this. I feel that the only way to be able to have a class discussion about sensitive topics like culture, religion, and politics is to create an environment in which every student feels comfortable to share how he or she feels but in a respectful manner. This will help the discussion go smoothly. It will also help to open up the eyes and ears of every single student.
Rated On: March 1, 2015 10:36 am
Rated By: Mariah Salas
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Letting the students know the expectation before the lesson is a good idea.
Rated On: March 1, 2015 4:54 pm
Rated By: eLuLeD
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Students having their own voice is very important, but so is keeping the conversation tactful, 100% agree.
Rated On: March 2, 2015 1:28 am
Rated By: Qebysu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree that students need to learn about other cultures and need to learn that just because you do not agree, there does not need to be hate.
Rated On: March 10, 2015 4:45 pm
Rated By: yQaran
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I enjoy reading your solution, this is a great idea. Setting the tone for the discussion I believe is the main goal, and telling the students they need to respond in a respectful manner. Writing their thoughts on a piece of paper is a great idea too. I would use this in my classroom.
Rated On: July 1, 2015 10:16 pm
Rated By: TaPeBu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Awesome, thanks for sharing!
Rated On: October 15, 2015 1:14 am
Rated By: bahete
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree with this solution.
Rated On: October 15, 2015 8:42 pm
Rated By: punybu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: All these topics are sensitive but the also need to be discussed. If we want to teacher our children well, the we must teach them tolerance and a big way to do this is to expose them to other cultures, religions and beliefs systems. I think that writing things down is a good solution, as long as they get to share or present them later.
Rated On: October 16, 2015 3:54 pm
Rated By: ymuXyg
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a great solution.
Rated On: October 16, 2015 4:38 pm
Rated By: uqeMeg
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think that an example of the proper way to discuss controversial topics is a great idea and all students would benefit from it.
Rated On: October 17, 2015 8:48 pm
Rated By: duryvy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I like the idea of prefacing the lesson before you teach it
Rated On: March 2, 2016 9:57 pm
Rated By: daPaJa
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is the proper way to handle a sensitive topic. Students will feel safe talking about their feelings if they know they will no be disrespected. Sharing different views in a respectful manner will allow every student to learn and develop a better understanding of differences.
Rated On: October 13, 2016 5:47 pm
Rated By: pyGyga
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a great solution to this case and is very useful.
Rated On: October 16, 2016 8:33 pm
Rated By: zevuBa
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a good way to "filter out" the way they say things that they do not mean. Writing it first allows them to really think about it instead of just commenting.
Rated On: October 19, 2016 12:57 am
Rated By: Elisa Perez
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great ideas to promote respectful conversation.
Rated On: March 3, 2017 3:28 pm
Rated By: dyMaDe
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree, set the tone of the topic before the discussion. It is important for students to learn about different cultures and religions, but they need to be respectful when discussing it.
Rated On: March 4, 2017 5:36 pm
Rated By: avenyB
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree with this solution the most.
Rated On: March 5, 2017 9:59 pm
Rated By: aTaqyW
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great response. I agree that this could be a way to teach "real life learning".
Rated On: March 6, 2017 3:28 am
Rated By: Hasena Kurtić
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I like the idea of preemptively addressing the students when/if the teacher thinks there may be a controversial subject discussed in class. Using classroom rules of respect are also very important, and the commentator is correct that this is a great opportunity for real-life learning.
Rated On: March 6, 2017 4:57 pm
Rated By: jyHyHy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This was helpful.
Rated On: July 19, 2017 6:35 pm
Rated By: Savannah Lynn
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Students need to learn to respect each other no matter what the topic is.
Rated On: October 15, 2017 11:59 pm
Rated By: hepasy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: You hit the nail on the head. It is very important as a teacher to set the tone of the classroom so the students know what is and what is not acceptable behavior, as well as, learning to make a point without being disrespectful.
Rated On: October 16, 2017 1:43 am
Rated By: TyNeby
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think this is a great solution that would help the situation immensely.
Rated On: February 21, 2018 6:42 pm
Rated By: nehury
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree. This is a great approach to this situation.
Rated On: February 21, 2018 9:07 pm
Rated By: uguduB
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I really like this solution! It is helpful and respectful, addresses the issue and seems likely to solve it. I would use this solution if I ever found myself in a similar situation.
Rated On: February 25, 2018 3:42 am
Rated By: Samantha Rey
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Setting the tone as the teacher seems like the most responsible and wise thing to do. Taking this opportunity to help students learn as much as they can in a respectful and understanding manner is likely difficult, but so worthwhile.
Rated On: February 25, 2018 7:34 pm
Rated By: eguPud
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I would do exactly this.
Rated On: February 25, 2018 11:58 pm
Rated By: DuTepy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: i agree
Rated On: October 27, 2018 3:09 pm
Rated By: Carla Crumb
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments:
Rated On: February 20, 2019 12:16 am
Rated By: baJeTe
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: These lessons can provide a learning opportunity for students in expressing their opinions.
Rated On: October 21, 2019 12:22 am
Rated By: LyWuLy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree that culture is a hard topic
Rated On: February 23, 2020 7:13 pm
Rated By: yHuDav
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: agreed
Rated On: July 3, 2021 1:33 am
Rated By: VuBytu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think this is a smart approach to the solution.
Rated On: October 31, 2021 2:06 pm
Rated By: Pearl Reberkenny
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree that disagreeing with someone else could be taught to do in a respectful manner
Rated On: October 31, 2021 9:51 pm
Rated By: egamyp
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think this is a very good solution that could help prevent upset
Rated On: November 10, 2022 7:14 am
Rated By: muWyZy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Yes, this is a great solution.
Rated On: November 11, 2022 9:25 pm
Rated By: nemuLy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: If I were in this situation, I would exactly do this.
Rated On: April 3, 2023 3:53 am
Rated By: uPanaS