Our approach to using an Exploratory Discussion process in educational settings adds one key and unique element: the discussions are student-facilitated. They are intended not only to help teach course content but also critical, twenty-first century communication skills–both as participants and facilitators. We believe that these discursive communication and interpersonal skills are not only vital to students’ educational and career success but also to the health of our democracy. If you are considering adding a student-facilitated exploratory discussion component to your course(s)–whether for an in-person or online course–we encourage you to review our education resources. In addition, our student-facilitated Exploratory Discussions have expanded to forums outside the classroom to address broader campus concerns around equity and inclusion. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to collaborate on using Exploratory Discussions in educational contexts.