Part One
Our democracy needs your help - What did the hypocrite say to the hypocrite? Don't be a hypocrite
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Questions & Activities
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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 helped lead 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
Be a better critic. Get more constructive feedback. It's time to learn how to review and be reviewed.
Critique
Learning is in the doing. Practice critiquing visual stories before reviewing your classmates.
Further Exploration
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Resources From the Curated Library
Sustainability Storytelling: Creating a Narrative that Matters
Bias: Centre Left
Sub-Category: Storytelling
Source: BSR
File Type: Essay/Analysis
Overview: Why storytelling should be done with a purpose: A look at what...
90% Of Startups Fail: Here’s What You Need To Know About The 10%
90% Of Startups Fail: Here's What You Need To Know About The 10%
Bias: Centre Right
Sub-Category: Testing...
Five types of mentors we all need
Five types of mentors we all need
Sub-Category: Networking & Mentorship
Source: TED
File Type: Article/Video
Overview: Five types of mentors we...
Unsolicited Evaluation Is the Enemy of Creativity
Unsolicited Evaluation Is the Enemy of Creativity
Bias: Centre
Sub-Category: Peer Review
Source: Psychology Today
File Type: Opinion
Overview: Why unsolicited feedback stifles creativity
Web...
We Are Friends: A Canadian Indigenous Peer Mentor Program’s Journey from Vision to Reality
We Are Friends: A Canadian Indigenous Peer Mentor Program’s Journey from Vision to Reality
Bias: Centre...
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
Additional Resources
The pros — and cons — of empathy
The pros — and cons — of empathy
Sub-Category: Life
Source: CBC
File Type: Essay/Analysis
Overview: Pros and cons of empathy
Web Link: https://www.cbc.ca/life/wellness/the-pros-and-cons-of-empathy-1.3958869
The Science Behind “I’m Sorry”: Why to Say It, and How
Sub-Category: Life
Source: Quiet Revolution
File Type: Article
Overview: Science behind saying sorry
Web Link: https://www.quietrev.com/the-science-behind-im-sorry-why-to-say-it-and-how/?fbclid=IwAR2T1p0b4YuBYekgNxXHbqCNCrBRRQZw-pKmiRhRWnHLQ1cBMDZIR0LyRc0
6 Ways Volunteering Can Boost Your Career
6 Ways Volunteering Can Boost Your Career
Sub-Category: Life
Source: Alberta Government
File Type: Article
Overview: Why volunteering can help advance your...
Before He Had His Own Show, He Worked In Tech Support
Before He Had His Own Show, He Worked In Tech Support
Bias: Centre Right
Sub-Category: Life
Source: Wealthsimple
File Type: Article
Overview: Before He...
The Reason You Walk
Resource: Book
Website: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/417538/the-reason-you-walk-by-wab-kinew/9780143193555
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