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Trust and Tension

“Never let a conflict go to waste.” – Garmston and McKanders, Teachers as Facilitators

In a recent study session on collaborative practices, several colleagues and I brainstormed ideas to build trust in group settings, particularly when conflict arises. One person said, “We can remind people it’s ok to be in a place of tension without feeling destroyed or abandoned.” Written by Natalie Irons, Associate Director of Instructional Coaching.