Elevate Debate: Build Critical Thinking with Engaging, Inclusive Class Discussions

Presented by Ian Montgomery, Former International Educator, Current Partnerships Coordinator, Kialo
Moderated by Joyce Whitby, CEO and Co-Founder, Innovations4Education

Sponsored by Kialo Edu

Every educator knows that engaging students in class discussions can be difficult. Making them inclusive for all students isn’t any easier, and teaching critical thinking is one of the greatest challenges in education.

That’s why this interactive edWebinar workshop is delighted to introduce educators to Kialo: a completely free tool for visual, inclusive discussion that trains students in critical thinking and lets everyone have their say. Kialo is a Germany-based nonprofit that aims to make the world a more thoughtful place. In this edWebinar workshop, attendees will learn:

• Strategies for engaging learners in thoughtful debate—from upper elementary to higher education
• The science of argument mapping
• How debate skills actively support language development and critical thinking
• New ways to ensure that all students are included in class discussions

Attendees will also experience the fun of a Kialo discussion for themselves! Education technology leaders, curriculum specialists, librarians, and educators from third grade to graduate studies will all be interested to hear how this digital discussion tool can make the classroom a more thoughtful place. And it’s just in time for summer programs!