Social studies skills

6.21(F)

Talking Respectfully About Tough Topics

Apply foundational language skills to engage in civil discourse about social studies topics, including those with multiple perspectives.

Part of The student communicates in written, oral, and visual forms

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Talking Through Different Views

This lesson helps you use reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to take part in respectful discussions about social studies topics, even when people in the room see the issue differently. This is called civil discourse.