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Classroom Harm Isn’t Always Loud: Understanding Slow Violence

From The Research to Practice Gap · Hosted by Helen Flores

2026-07-21·2007

Episode summary

In this episode of The Research to Practice Gap: What if the most harmful experiences students have at school aren't dramatic, but happen through everyday interactions? Dr. Helen Flores sits down with sociologist and Slow Violence author Dr.

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What if the most harmful experiences students have at school aren't dramatic, but happen through everyday interactions? Dr. Helen Flores sits down with sociologist and Slow Violence author Dr. Ranita Ray to explore how subtle classroom practices, power dynamics, and everyday language shape students' sense of belonging. Together, they discuss how educators can reflect on their own practice, foster more humane classrooms, and recognize the small moments that can have a lasting impact on children.…