Education changes attitudes, as some claim. But it doesn't change minds. And that's OK. In this detailed and well-written article, ethics professor Evan Mandery writes that "During my career, only one student has ever reported to me a significant, lasting change in their attitudes." This despite a course designed to push them on those attitudes. But more importantly, "The value is that you can staunchly disagree with someone, but also humanize the person... It was more to learn about each other than to change people's minds." This article is a great Sunday morning read, and you should make sure you make the time for it.
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