Knowledge Café Debate Debate sharpens up the important aspects of the issue under discussion

Espresso Café Ritual Dissent Café ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter A Knowledge Café usually begins with a short talk and a question, but there are other ways to set the context. A Café Debate introduces opposing views on a motion, creating a dynamic starting point. The real value comes from the conversations … Continue reading Knowledge Café Debate Debate sharpens up the important aspects of the issue under discussion

Social Silencing A phenomenon where people don’t speak up for fear of social exclusion

Losing and Giving Face Psychological Safety ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter There are many reasons why people do not speak up. Social silencing is one of them. The spiral of silence or social silencing is a phenomenon where people who think they hold a minority opinion don’t speak up for fear of social … Continue reading Social Silencing A phenomenon where people don’t speak up for fear of social exclusion