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Deep Dive is a @DohaDebates project that provides free lesson plans to teachers, students or anyone who wants to form a discussion group. It’s based on our video content but works with almost any subject.
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Mixing speculative fiction and documentary, leading sci-fi authors imagine 3 futures—that we can make reality.
Starting January 8, join AI instructor Ursula and explore the future on #NecessaryTomorrows, an audio series by @DohaDebates and Al Jazeera.
🎧 aj.audio/necessarytomorrows
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“There’s no growth here. We’re just trapped in a cycle of paying…so that the North has control over the South.”
This #MajlisMonday, we connected people in South Africa and Qatar to debate whether it’s time to cancel the global south’s debt—watch and tell us what you think:
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Do you ever feel like you’re arguing with an empty room instead of engaging in debate?
Let’s make conversations better. This #MajlisMonday, @QatarDebate fellow Delaney Hurley explains how to avoid this common debating mistake:
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Bridging strategies can help keep a potentially polarizing conversation respectful and positive. Professor Clare Cannon of the IE University in Madrid shared what the impact was like in her classroom:
ALT “When you stop judging and analyzing and trying to figure out what to say next—and, instead, just listen and look at a person’s face and body language—you can see the transformation when the other person feels listened to.”
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Bridging differences isn’t about being right or even about meeting your opponents halfway. Here’s how Rodolfo Mendoza-Denton, senior fellow at the Greater Good Science Center, describes it:
Read more on the technique’s impact: greatergood.berkeley.edu/art…
ALT Instead, it’s about genuinely wanting to understand where the other person is coming from, seeing their humanity, and being accepting of the idea that you’re not necessarily the only one who’s right. “There’s a lot more self-work than you’d expect,” says Mendoza-Denton. It can be a challenge to open yourself up to other points of view, he says, even as you staunchly believe in yours.
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If you're a student—or a former student!—do you think these tips will make debating polarizing topics on campus easier?
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How can you apply these concepts, on campus or off? @GreaterGoodSC says the most important tenets are:
- Be mindful
- Be attentive
- Be curious
- Be humble
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University campuses are supposed to be places to learn—including how to articulate our world views. But what happens when our views are challenged?
This #MajlisMonday, let’s look at some tips from professors and experts around the world on the concept of bridging differences:
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So next time you find yourself in conflict with someone else, try putting yourself in their shoes, and remember:
We all experience life as one continuous story where we have the starring role.
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On this #MajlisMonday, let’s listen to our friend Dr. @GovClayton explain how we can understand each other and communicate better:
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When you're in a disagreement with someone, remember that their perspective has been shaped by culture, religion, education and much more.
Life stories can lead to wildly different ways of seeing the world. And when you disagree, understanding the other person’s life story is🔑
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Are you worried about losing your job to AI? Or is it an overblown concern?
47%Yes, I’m worried
17%No, it’s still too new
33%No, my job isn’t impacted
3%Other (share below)
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In the face of 75 years of statelessness, what does the future of Palestinian identity look like?
We hosted a town hall, moderated by @Dena, focused on this very question. Catch the full conversation with Ahed Tamimi, @maysoonzayid and Dr. Tariq Dana👉 youtu.be/oWMH6zEUvSI
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How do we build a world with equal access to healthcare?
@BillGates came by the @DohaDebates @SharedStudios Portal to talk about the successes and challenges of global health equity, where he was joined virtually by @Shivonbk1 of @BabylHealth and med student @EdenGatesi.
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Evacuating during a conflict or natural disaster is difficult—and it’s even harder if you have a disability.
We need better infrastructure for safe evacuations, says Tanya Herasymova:
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Are you in #Doha?
Join us today until 9:30 p.m. at the FIFA Unity Pavilion as we connect with people in Gaza City and Cox’s Bazar to discuss ways that football can encourage inclusion and break down societal and cultural barriers!
#FIFAWorldCup2022 #Fifaworldcup #qatar2022
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Climate change. Gender equality. The future of capitalism.
Deep Dive uses podcasts, short films and debates to turn pressing global issues into engaging courses. Explore our free lesson plans: DohaDebates.com/DeepDive
Shifting the focus of an argument from positions to interests will make it easier for you to have better conversations.
@GovClayton explains in lesson eight of our #BetterConversations series. Click the link in video to explore Deep Dive courses.