Quick Reads
Online Articles, Blog Posts, Infographics
The Soul of My Pedagogy
Article (Blog) | 12 min read
In this quick and enjoyable read, Bryan Dewsbury shares some motivation and insight for practicing inclusive teaching.
Inclusive Teaching | Pedagogy | Inspiration
Small Steps Instructors Can Take to Build More Inclusive Classrooms
Article (Blog) | 5 min read
This article focuses on the use of an assignment at the beginning of a course to increase inclusion in a lecture hall. The authors offer several practical pieces of advice, followed by students’ opinions for how they felt the assignment impacted their experience.
Inclusive Teaching | Diversity | Equitable Classrooms | Activity Idea | Student Feedback
Addressing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Science in an Undergraduate Course
Article (Blog) | 5 min read
A short online article that describes a course in EDI for science students and the difference it can make.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion | Course Design | Higher Ed | Inspiration
Longer Reads
Journal Articles, Texts, Documents
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion-Minded Practices in Virtual Learning Communities
Document | 17 Pages
A document containing numerous lists of practical tips for increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Equity in the Classroom | Practical Tips | Educators
An Undergraduate Elective Course That Introduces Topics of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into Discussions of Science
Journal Article | 6 Pages
An article discussing the framework for a course on EDI topics, specifically geared towards university science students.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion | Inspiration | Course Design | Sciences
Universal Design for Learning in Higher Education
Document | 30 Pages
This document provides a comprehensive look at what universal design is, describing key principles and including examples for instructors to reference when designing their course.
Universal Design for Learning | Course Design | Inclusive and Equitable Classroom Practices | Teaching Guide
Structure Matters: Twenty-One Teaching Strategies to Promote Student Engagement
Journal Article | 10 Pages
This article discusses several strategies (e.g., providing longer wait times after posing questions, using specific wording when praising a student for a correct answer) for ensuring students feel included and for encouraging the cultivation of equity within the classroom.
Inclusive Teaching | Equity in the Classroom | Practical Strategies | Higher Ed
Websites
Collections, Toolkits, Modules
Videos, Webinars, & Podcasts
Inclusive Teaching Strategies: How to Support the Success of All Students
Podcast | 28 mins
This episode of “Lecture Breakers” describes four key areas where inclusive teaching practices can be implemented.
Inclusive Teaching | Practical Tips l Course Design | Equity in the Classroom
The Gardener’s Tale
Video | 6 mins
A short video with a clever allegory describing the three levels of racism that can threaten a student’s success.
Race & Ethnicity | Systemic Racism | Equitable Teaching | Student Support
Unlocking the Potential of Diversity in Education
Video | 14 mins
An enlightening TED Talk that speaks to the challenges faced by international students.
Solving the Achievement Gap Through Equity, Not Equality
Video | 9 mins
An eye-opening TED Talk that underlines the role and significance of inclusive teaching practices.
Inclusive Teaching | Neurodiversity | Race & Ethnicity
Fostering Inclusion in Our Teaching
Podcast | 30 mins
Leading experts in inclusive teaching discuss practical ways to tackle unconscious bias in higher education.
Inclusive Teaching | Unconscious Bias | Race & Ethnicity
Equity in STEM
Podcast | 40 mins
Another selection from the “Teaching in Higher Ed” podcast, this episode is packed with great advice from educators and professionals for how to create and implement course framework that promotes equity for students.
Equity in the Classroom | Educators | Course Framework | Inclusivity
Teaching as an Act of Social Justice and Equity
Podcast | 35 mins
Guest speaker Bryan Dewsbury discusses the various ways he fosters equity in his biology lectures of 150+ students.
Equity in the Classroom | Educators | Inclusivity | Teaching Practices | Student Relationships
Picture a Scientist
Documentary | 90 mins
This documentary explores the careers of three women scientists and the sexism they have experienced along the way.
Film | Netflix | Women in Science | Sexism | EDI Challenges
The Power of Believing That You Can Improve
TED Talk | 10 mins
Psychologist Dr. Carol Dweck describes her work on growth mindset, a great introduction to this influential field.
Ted Talk | Growth Mindset | Inclusivity | Diversity
Productive Failure
TEDx Talk | 17 mins
In this Ted Talk, learning scientist Manu Kapur describes the role that failure plays in learning, and explains how planning for failure can support student learning.
Ted Talk | Importance of Failure | Creating Supportive Learning Environments | Inclusive Teaching
Inspiring Examples of EDI and Science in Action
Want to Learn More?
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