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One of the Great Teachable Moments of Our Time

This teacher recognizes the ongoing news surrounding Harvey Weinstein, Mike Oreskes and others as an opportunity to openly discuss sexually predatory behavior.
Q&A: Native Knowledge 360°

The same limited stories about American Indians persist in textbooks. The National Museum of the American Indian’s new program is looking to change that.
Presenting Teaching Tolerance's Digital Literacy Framework

The need for digital literacy is acute and vital in today’s world. Our new initiative can help prepare students to navigate this world.
Hate at School: October 2017

We tracked 90 hate incidents at schools in October alone—and that’s only what made the news. Just as important is the way schools respond, and in most cases, those responses don’t measure up.
I Can See Russia From My Mouse: Bipartisan Hearings Produce a Nonpartisan Way to Teach About Fake News

This week’s congressional hearings on Russian interference with the 2016 presidential election offer a great opportunity to teach about the larger implications of misinformation: the dismantling of democracy.
They Must Always Look Outward

Trying to reconcile education and the world we currently inhabit has led one teacher to shift the focus of his teaching to nurturing active participants in a diverse democracy.
What’s New With Teaching Tolerance’s Educator Grants?

Learn about a few of the initiatives we’ve funded this year and how you can apply for a chance to get funding for your own project!
Let Día de los Muertos Stand on Its Own

This holiday, which is distinctly different from Halloween, presents a wonderful opportunity to foster empathy among students.
How the Teaching Tolerance Award Expanded My Teaching Family

Learn from 2016 TT Award winner Cody Miller about how the award influences professional practice.