Philosophy at school gives young people the tools to discuss difficult topics such as the Israel-Gaza war

"If schools shut down the topic, they risk encouraging mistrust, anger, hate and polarization, as students may turn to online sources likely filled with misinformation."

"Teaching controversial topics is unavoidable; young people must learn how to discuss complex issues productively and engage in reasonable dialogue, especially during emotionally charged situations."

"Embedding philosophy into the school curriculum can provide the critical thinking skills necessary for students to explore various viewpoints and engage in meaningful discussions about sensitive topics."

"Daniel Kebede emphasizes that the solution to promoting discussions around sensitive issues lies in integrating philosophy education into England's curriculum to foster critical dialogue skills among students."

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