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Communication Strategies: Creating Safe Spaces


Presenters: Dr. Lynn Meade, Instructor/Co-Director, Wally Cordes Teaching & Faculty Support Center, University of Arkansas


About this Course

This course is worth 5 hours (0.5 CEUs) of professional development. A certificate of completion can be printed once the program has been completed.
 

The academic world is buzzing about creating "safe spaces,” places where students can openly discuss their ideas without feeling as being treated poorly. How can we communicate effectively without "triggering" or hijacking our learning objectives? STARLINK discusses these significant issues with Dr. Lynn Meade.

 

Module 1 - This module discusses the importance of setting the tone and managing conflict.

Module 2 - This module explores how to de-escalate, navigate trigger points, and converse with civility.

Module 3 - This module covers safe spaces, confirmation bias, and communication tips.