Multiperspectivity: Melding mixed points of view in all we do

“Multiperspectivity” accepts as a fact that effective learning in the twenty-first century will result best from a realization that modern challenges are complex, whole-society-based, and global, and that these challenges are most successfully met, addressed, and resolved by promoting a “culturally responsive learning space” engaging learners and teacher alike in critical “multilogue”. This presentation will be divided into four unequal parts: First, the questions of “what” and “why” will be asked. That is, the theory of “multiperspectivity” will be presented as a pertinent idea, and the need for it will be addressed. Second, the questions of “how” and “where” will be offered. Here, notable examples of how multiperspectivity has been deployed will be presented. It will be seen that multiperspectivity comprises problem-based learning. Comments from participants will be invited and discussed. Third, participants will be asked “when” and “how”, brainstorming methods and means by which multiperspectivity might be incorporated into their own classes. Fourth, and finally, participants will be invited to apply a 3-2-1 process to what has been presented and discussed and to comment upon how the integration of multiperspectivity can lead to broader, deeper, more engaged thought.