Can We Disagree and Still Belong? Navigating Classroom Conflict
Presenters:
Nimisha Barton, Ph.D, Lecturer, Cal State Long Beach
This course is worth 30 minutes (0.05 CEU) of professional development. A certificate of completion can be printed once the program has been completed.
About this Course
In this 20-Minute Mentor, Nimisha Barton, PhD, Lecturer at Cal State Long Beach, reframes conflict as an opportunity for growth and provides faculty with practical tools to navigate it productively. Drawing on restorative justice principles, Dr. Barton shares concrete communication strategies—including nonviolent communication protocols and acknowledge–repair–restore practices—that help turn difficult moments into pathways for deeper understanding. You’ll also examine how your own experiences and classroom power dynamics shape conflict, leaving you with actionable approaches to preserve trust, respect, and belonging even in the most challenging situations.
