Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Free Speech in the Classroom. |
| Authors: |
Edlund, John R.1 |
| Source: |
California English. Feb2026, Vol. 31 Issue 3, p24-27. 4p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Critical thinking, *Freedom of speech, *Classroom environment, *Cooperative education, Indoctrination |
| Abstract: |
The article discusses the role of teachers in navigating controversial issues while fostering open dialogue rather than indoctrination. Topics include the challenges of teacher neutrality; the creation of cooperative, non-judgmental classroom environments; and a Deweyan model of inquiry that encourages critical thinking through genuine perplexity and civil discussion. |
| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
