UCL teaches skills for respectful, productive debate

University College London (UCL) has launched the "Disagreeing Well" program to promote respectful dialogue and challenge ideas without hostility in a polarized world. The program features a video series outlining five skills for productive debate, including mutual respect, curiosity, and understanding the difference between understanding and agreeing with someone's viewpoint. The initiative aims to foster open-mindedness and reasoned discussion. The program emphasizes the importance of listening, distinguishing between a person and their opinion, and preparing to speak in a way that encourages others to listen, promoting more harmonious interactions.