Civil Discourse Education
Teaching students and educators techniques for respectful, fact-based dialogue on controversial topics in classroom settings
Sphere Education Initiative
Empowers educators to restore civil discourse and respectful debate in grades 5-12 classrooms
Primary audience
Educators and Students
Work area
Education and Training
Topic
Civic Education
About Organization
The Sphere Education Initiative is a project of the Cato Institute that provides professional development and educational programming for grade 5-12 educators and administrators. Based in Washington D.C., the organization focuses on restoring fact-based, constructive dialogue in classrooms through teacher training and curriculum support.
What They Focus On
Teacher Professional Development
Providing training and resources for grade 5-12 educators to facilitate constructive debate and engagement
Classroom Dialogue Skills
Building student capacity for civil, respectful, and evidence-based discussion through structured educational programming