Political Science Professor how-to
How to Keep Political Discussions Civil
Civil debate is a skill.
Quick answer
Civil debate is a skill. In short: set; focus; separate, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Set ground rules.
Focus on evidence.
Separate ideas from people.
Represent multiple views.
Intervene calmly.
Summarize arguments.
Safety reminders for political science professors
- Maintain respectful classrooms
- Protect student privacy
- Follow research ethics
- Follow campus safety
Key terms
Tenure · Adjunct · Syllabus · Peer review · Office hours · Sabbatical: see the full political science professor glossary.