teach-in
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of teach-in
First recorded in 1960–65; see origin at -in 3
Explanation
A teach-in is a forum or discussion that focuses on a specific political issue and involves audience participation. The first teach-ins were held during the Vietnam War. Unlike a more formal lecture, a teach-in isn't only intended to educate, but is organized to invite questions and discussion. Most teach-ins focus on controversial or complex topics, and they usually include brainstorming about practical action participants can take. Besides anti-war teach-ins, they might center on corporate power, environmental issues, or racism. A University of Michigan anthropologist is credited with coining teach-in in 1965, inspired by sit-in.
Vocabulary lists containing teach-in
Example Sentences
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After a faculty led teach-in about ablism, there was a march, followed by a Passover seder.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2024
They moved the teach-in online for safety and to better accommodate the hundreds who wanted to attend.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2023
Some faculty members and students organized a teach-in to process what had happened, and the university issued a news release chalking it up to a difference of opinions.
From New York Times • Sep. 7, 2022
Scientists Rebellion, the group which chained themselves to George V Bridge in Glasgow on Saturday leading to 21 arrests, has said it will be back at the same location later to do a "teach-in" protest.
From BBC • Nov. 8, 2021
Members of the Solidarity Summits invite attendees to a teach-in exploring the deepening of connections across movements from noon-2 p.m.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2021
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