The 3 Purposes of Class Discussion in an AI World

The 3 Purposes of Class Discussion in an AI World

As we head back to school, questions and concerns regarding AI’s role in students’ lives resurface. In an AI world, what do students actually need to learn? How should they communicate? Is class discussion still relevant? Our short answer: yes! Especially in a world dominated by machines that serve individual needs, discussion skills are a…

Breaking Conversation into Teachable Skills: A Case Study with Nativity Preparatory School

Breaking Conversation into Teachable Skills: A Case Study with Nativity Preparatory School

Achieving the mission of Nativity Preparatory School — in which students grow in character, deepen their faith, and develop transferable academic skills — requires a foundational skill set: the ability to express oneself and listen deeply to others. We partnered with Nativity Prep to break discussion into teachable, assessable skills, starting in sixth grade. Read…

Building Confidence and Conversation Culture: A Case Study with Girls Preparatory School

Building Confidence and Conversation Culture: A Case Study with Girls Preparatory School

Empowering girls to use their voices has always been mission-critical for Girls Preparatory School (GPS), an independent day school for girls in grades 6-12 based in Chattanooga, TN. We partnered with GPS to create a school-wide Conversation Culture that would activate voices throughout the entire community. Read on to learn more!

Teaching the Art of Effective Communication: A Case Study with Blair Academy

Teaching the Art of Effective Communication: A Case Study with Blair Academy

At Blair Academy, a co-ed boarding school in Blairstown, New Jersey, relationships are everywhere: in the classroom, on athletic fields, in studios and dormitories, and around dining hall tables. These relationships require robust, real conversations — and in order to thrive at Blair, students must develop strong in-person communication skills. We partnered with Blair to…