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Teaching from an Ethical Center: an Inquiry Among Friends

Teaching from an Ethical Center: an Inquiry Among Friends

Written by: Cara Furman with Production Editing and Sound Design by Jennifer McCord
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 Join Professor Cara Furman, acclaimed author of Teaching from and Ethical Center: Practical Wisdom for Daily Instruction, as she explores important, foundational questions with gifted, practicing educators. What does it mean to teach from an ethical center? How can we benefit from this inquiry? Why does the concept of “doing what’s right” feel as if it’s more important now than ever? Discover the triumphs (and the challenges) that are shared throughout these meaningful, heartfelt – yet thought-provoking conversations.Cara Furman with Production, Editing, and Sound Design by Jennifer McCord
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