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Chapter Nine
Own Your Hypocrisy
Part One
Our democracy needs your help - What did the hypocrite say to the hypocrite? Don't be a hypocrite
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Featured Hot Take
When we don’t own our hypocrisy, things get messy. Really messy. So, it’s about time we start cleaning up our public discourse, right Your Honour?
Hon. Janet Austin helped lead the YWCA and has helped the province of British Columbia, serving as Lieutenant Governor.
We’re featuring this podcast across all five Nature Labs subjects. You might not like every course you take in school, but they are all related. By listening to this podcast, hopefully you’ll better understand why.
Reflection
- How can we put forward and debate issues in a constructive way that enhances our democracy?
- Do you think we need to be more patient when it comes to advancing our ideas for change? Do we ask for too much, too quickly?
- Do we need more empathy for those that we disagree with?
- Do we need to be more inclusive of voices who have opinions informed by experiences different from our own?
- Do you listen to differing opinions? Or do you only listen to different opinions from within your own community or echo chamber?
Part Two
YOUR TEACHER WILL DIRECT YOU TO THE ACTIVITIES BELOW THAT WILL HELP YOU WITH YOUR PROJECT.
Be Constructive
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Critique
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Resources From the Curated Library
Why debating still matters
Why debating still matters
Sub-Category: Debate
Source: The Guardian
File Type: Essay/Analysis
Overview: Why debating still matters
Web Link: https://www.theguardian.com/education/2016/aug/06/why-debating-still-matters
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90% Of Startups Fail: Here's What You Need To Know About The 10%
Bias: Centre Right
Sub-Category: Testing & Failure
Source: Forbes
File Type: Article
Overview: The role of failures in the success of...
How to Master Non-Awkward, Effective In-Person Networking
How to Master Non-Awkward, Effective In-Person Networking
Sub-Category: Networking & Mentorship
Source: Hubspot
File Type: Guide
Overview: Advice on effective networking
Web Link: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/the-ultimate-guide-to-non_awkward-effective-networking
Evaluating Prototypes
Evaluating Prototypes
Bias: Centre Left
Sub-Category: Peer Review
Source: Tamarack
File Type: Resource
Overview: How to evaluate prototypes and create better ideas for change
Web Link: https://www.tamarackcommunity.ca/hubfs/Resources/Tools/Aid4Action%20Evaluating%20Prototypes%20Mark%20Cabaj.pdf
The Perfect Pitch
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