This gathering will focus on presenting strategies for de-escalating moments of tension in the classroom, especially around issues of identity. How does a professor deal with contentious issues regarding race, gender, religion, politics? What are practical Dos and Don’ts for turning “hot moments” in the classroom into “teachable moments”? 

This event is designed to engage participants' approaches to institutionalize equity and inclusion in their everyday. Strategies will link to personal interactions, and decision-making processes, and the classroom syllabus.

Location> Powell 186  Given that universities often tend to be liberal institutions in their politics, how can professors not exclude students who are conservative? What are some effective strategies for managing different, and oftentimes opposing, ideological viewpoints in the classroom? In order to achieve true inclusivity and diversity, how can educators best approach facilitating a...

APRIL 30th, Tues 4-6pm How to make design and deliver classes that are as engaging as possible? Specifically, how do we do so in cases where classes lack synergy between students and teacher, are set at unideal/poor hours of the day, or consist of unusually large classes. What are some techniques that help activate all...

This interactive session will examine theories/concepts that are both relevant and practical with regard to creating inclusive learning environments for all students. Specific session objectives include: 1) to help participants enhance their understanding of how personal identity characteristics can influence teaching and learning in racially diverse classrooms.   2) To identify a range of teaching-learning strategies...