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The idea that adopting the roles of others will foster an array of desired educational outcomes pervades the field of education. Social studies simulations, anti-bullying interventions, conflict mediation programs, and other role-taking exercises are borne from the implicit logic that when participants can “walk a mile in someone else’s moccasins” better interpersonal outcomes will result. Specifically, by taking the perspective of others we will better understand them, and that understanding will pave the way for smoother interactions and relationships.
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King, A., Marietta, G., Gehlbach, H. (2014). The Role of Role-Taking. In: Zandvliet, D., Brok, P.d., Mainhard, T., Tartwijk, J.v. (eds) Interpersonal Relationships in Education. Advances in Learning Environments Research. SensePublishers, Rotterdam. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6209-701-8_7
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