I love that moment in P4C when a child announces that they disagree with themself! This shows that a student has been actively listening to what others are saying. They are reflecting on what they thought at the beginning of the session, and considering how others’ opinions fit with that. They are reconsidering their initial thinking.
Disagreeing is a great sign in any lesson because it shows that someone is thinking deeply – thinking for themself.
Do you provide opportunities in your lessons for pupils to disagree?
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