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| The speed at which information comes at us in 2026 primes us–and our students–to react rather than reflect. Ahlam Lee’s essay is a helpful reminder that “Because digital platforms reward speed and reaction, classrooms should model slower inquiry.” The author lays out simple strategies for teaching our students (and reminding ourselves) to pause and think through context and complexity instead of focusing on emotional hot-takes. The suggestions affirm the value of a liberal arts approach to deeper thinking and are a timely reminder as we careen toward midterm election time! |