How to Disagree : Negotiate Difference in a Divided World / Adam Ferner and Darren Chetty

Includes bibliographical references.

INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS BOOK ME, MYSELF AND I Being Me Group Chat Free Thinking Hard Facts Toolkit 01—04 Further Learning REVEALING SYSTEMS Speaking Freely Political Politeness Argument, Debate and Dialogue Ignorance Toolkit 05—08 Further Learning UNDERSTANDING CONFLICT Talking Over Going Slowly Diversions Panic Toolkit 09—12 Further Learning REACHING OUT Solidarity Meal-sharing Humour Education Toolkit 13—16 Further Learning MOVING FORWARD New Spaces The Power of Questions Taking Time Self-Care Toolkit 17—20 Further Learning Epilogue Glossary Bibliography

How can we disagree productively? Disagreements are a fact of life. Productive disagreements are a rarity. We find ourselves living in a divided world in which it's increasingly difficult to have productive arguments. In 20 thought-provoking discussions, philosophers Adam Ferner and Darren Chetty examine some of today's most pressing debates in politics, society and education. Opening up conversations about conversation, they offer helpful ways to navigate personal and political conflicts. *Explore the myriad ways we engage with others. *Dscover actionable means to encourage positive, helpful debate. *Learn why productive disagreement is essential. *Address the challenging topics that need conversation