Enbrighten® DINNER TABLE DISCUSSIONS
Agency and Identity
Deep Thinking and Engagement
Interdependent Dialogue
I co-designed Enbrighten® Dinner Table Discussions initially to empower disenfranchised learners but quickly learned they benefit ALL learners. These discussions move beyond surface-level conversations to explore deeper, more thought-provoking topics. They create a space where students feel seen, valued, and respected, fostering meaningfu
I co-designed Enbrighten® Dinner Table Discussions initially to empower disenfranchised learners but quickly learned they benefit ALL learners. These discussions move beyond surface-level conversations to explore deeper, more thought-provoking topics. They create a space where students feel seen, valued, and respected, fostering meaningful connections and promoting a sense of belonging and confidence in their voices.
Interdependent Dialogue
Deep Thinking and Engagement
Interdependent Dialogue
Enbrighten® Dinner Table Discussions cultivate active listening, thoughtful speaking, and deep comprehension, while also nurturing social awareness, self-management, and relationship-building skills. These discussions encourage interdependent dialogue and foster practices that promote respectful coexistence and mutual understanding.
Deep Thinking and Engagement
Deep Thinking and Engagement
Deep Thinking and Engagement
Enbrighten® Dinner Table Discussion key themes include: Openness & Respect, Intellectual Stimulation, Meaningful Connection, Reflection and Growth, Encouragement of Learning, & Inclusion of all Voices. These core values create a foundation for dialogue that deepens understanding and strengthens community.