Dialogue Blocker Activity

Subgroup Size

Small Group

Duration

30 minutes

External Cost

No

Lesson Plan

Source

LSA Inclusive Teaching Initiative, University of Michigan. (2017, August 24). Dialogue blocker activity. https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/inclusive-teaching/responding-to-common-dialogue-blockers

Tags:

  1. communication
  2. dialogue
  3. emotional resilience
  4. privilege
  5. self-awareness
  6. whiteness

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. "Recognize common dialogue blockers and how they impact conversation." 2. "Develop a list of ground rules that are supportive of thoughtful dialogue and inclusivity" (LSA Inclusive Teaching Initiative, University of Michigan, 2017).