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Civil Discourse in Science and Technology
This collection is curated with lessons and resources that support the unique nature of civil discourse discussions in the science classroom. Lessons help students explore the intersection of the sciences, economics, public policy, and human progress.

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Fostering Civil Discourse in STEM Classrooms: Tips and Tricks
Identify and implement strategies into your science class to foster civil discourse discussions with students.
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Examining Regulation and Environmental Policy Through the Chevron Deference Reversal
By exploring the impacts of the reversal of the Chevron deference, students will examine the connection between economics, public policy, and human progress and its effects on sustainable systems for the environment.
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CRISPR and Genetic Engineering: Innovation, Bioethics, and Public Policy
This interdisciplinary lesson introduces students to CRISPR‐Cas9 gene editing and guides them through scientific, ethical, and policy debates, including its use in agriculture. Aligned with AP Biology Unit 6, it fosters civil discourse and critical thinking, with options for adaptation across grade levels and subjects.