Dr. Ela Gezen: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Teaching

In this workshop we will discuss:

Syllabus design

• Supportive course policies
• Syllabus language and tone
• Accessible, readable, and easy to navigate
• Course schedule
• Online and print

Student interaction, engagement, and feedback on learning

• flexible student hours
• class participation and learning community guidelines
• multimodal feedback
• varied approaches and activities
• self-assessment

Course Content

• Materials drawing on diverse and/or underrepresented perspectives, voices, communities, identities
• Variety of media and genres
• Connecting course content to student experiences and interests
• Flexible assignments and multiple forms of assessment