The "Both/And" Strategy:
Polarity Thinking For Schools
Managing Complex Conversations
This 50-minute online course helps school leaders and teachers manage complex school conversations more effectively and empathetically through “Both/And” Polarity Thinking.
Equip yourself with a powerful approach to navigate the complexities of school leadership and teaching. This course introduces Polarity Thinking, a strategy for managing challenging conversations by balancing seemingly opposing yet equally important needs. Course Fee: $98.10 w/GST ($90)
Who is this course for:
School Leader
You are a School Leader trying to balance competing stakeholder interests and keep people together in complex situations.
School Manager
You are a Manager in a school trying to bring clarity to complex team discussions and difficult decisions.
School Teacher
You are a School Teacher trying to bridge diverse students’ opinions and balance complex classroom discussions.
Over 3 chapters, you will…
Untangle the complexity:
Gain strategies for clearer conversations
Discover two major factors that can complicate even a simple-looking conversation.
Learn a general principle and practical strategy for how to bring more clarity and build relationships even in a complex conversation.
Shift your perspective:
Move from 'Either/Or' to 'Both/And' Thinking
Identify a negative spiral of “Either/Or” thinking that can be triggered in a complex situation.
Learn 3 quick checkpoints that help you see you’re dealing with a polarity needing “Both/And” thinking.
Discover 24 common polarities schools deal with in any discussions about well-being, socio-political concerns, professional development or school transformation.
Practise 'Both/And’ Thinking:
Navigate complex conversations
Learn the basic architecture of applying a “Both/And” strategy to a complex conversation.
Discover the nuances of naming a “Both/And” polarity so that it connects with your audience.
Work through the different elements of a “Both/And” conversation case study.
Equip yourself with a powerful approach to navigate the complexities of school leadership and teaching. This course introduces Polarity Thinking, a strategy for managing challenging conversations by balancing seemingly opposing yet equally important needs. Course Fee: $98.10 w/GST ($90)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Polarity Thinking is a tool to manage complex challenges by balancing two seemingly opposing needs that are equally important.
For schools, it helps address issues like balancing innovation with tradition or focusing on academics versus holistic well-being.
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The course consists of 50 minutes of online video lessons, designed to be completed at your own pace.
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Access is available immediately after registration and purchase.
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You'll have access to the online videos and resources for one year from the date of purchase.
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No prior knowledge is required. The course starts with foundational concepts and builds up to practical applications.
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Currently, this course is not SkillsFuture-eligible. We aim to offer SkillsFuture-compatible programmes in the future. Stay updated via our website for announcements.
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Yes, the course provides tools to foster better collaboration and empathy, which align with SG United’s vision and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) competencies in schools.
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Yes, we offer customised workshops for schools and organisations. Contact us to discuss your needs.
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Yes, the course is accessible worldwide.
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No, the course access is personal and non-transferable. Sharing your account violates our Terms of Service.
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Refunds are not available once access has been granted. Please have a read of the Terms of Service. If you face any issues, contact us for assistance.
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By purchasing or accessing our course, you agree to our Terms of Service.
Please review the full Terms of Service for complete details.
If you have any additional questions not listed here, feel free to get in touch with us at community@ourcommonground.com.sg!