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'Zero' Alternatives
School violence -- learn how to prevent it without sacrificing student's civil rights.
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An Ambassador for Libraries
Librarian Amy Trulock shows her visitors that, even in a closed facility, their library can be a positive, affirming space.
teaching strategy
Community Inquiry
Affirmation Interview
During Affirmation Interview, students practice verbal and non-verbal communication in the roles of “interviewer” and “interviewee.”
July 13, 2014
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What We’re Watching
From full-length features to 10-minute shorts, these films caught our attention—and deserve yours.
professional development
Teaching the Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act (CRA) of 1964, the conditions that led to it and its legacy are the subjects of a powerful four-part webinar series co-facilitated by Teaching Tolerance and the Library of Congress.
February 6, 2015
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Toolkit for “Twice the Distance”
According to the College Board, “There are three main areas on the path to higher education where undocumented students may have special concerns or face obstacles: admission, tuition and financial aid.” These resources
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Classroom Activists: How Service-Learning Challenges Prejudice
This interview with teacher Lisa Weinbaum accompanies her Teaching Tolerance article "'At Risk' of Greatness."
teaching strategy
Community Inquiry
Value Lines
Students take a stance on a topic related to the central text and listen while classmates explain their stances.
July 13, 2014
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Portfolio Activity for “Possession Obsession”
This activity is to accompany the Teaching Tolerance article "Possession Obsession."
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"It is about everything you do..."
Administrator William Joslyn says modeling tolerance is key for school leaders. “If we don’t walk the walk, we can’t expect others to.”