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Friday, February 22 • 11:10am - 12:20pm
H4.2 - Current events, the classroom and student needs: An eco-system for success and connection

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Discussion of current events in the classroom has a profound value in students' development: It encourages reflection, inspiration and opportunity to be socially conscious. In some contexts, discussion of current events can be necessary, as a response to students' needs (Higbee 2002). Thus, how may we encourage an integrated exploration into current events?