{"id":365739,"date":"2023-01-06T14:08:07","date_gmt":"2023-01-06T19:08:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/?page_id=365739"},"modified":"2025-10-21T13:57:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T17:57:48","slug":"inclusive-teaching","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/teaching-hub\/inclusive-teaching\/","title":{"rendered":"Inclusive Teaching"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Inclusive teaching is an umbrella concept covering a range of pedagogical areas including Universal Design for Learning (UDL), accessibility, authentic assessment, decolonizing pedagogy and belonging. Together, these approaches can help build a sense of community and connection in the classroom. This page explores some examples of inclusive teaching practices around intentional course design and content, building community and instructor presence. Opportunities to explore additional resources are provided throughout.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading text-uppercase h5\">Quick Links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/vpepc\/edi-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Decolonizing, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (DEDI) Strategy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/services\/rights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/indigenous-landing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/817\/2025\/08\/Indigenous-Framework-for-York-University-A-Guide-to-Action.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indigenous Framework<\/a> (PDF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/abr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Addressing Anti-Black Racism<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button bg-primary-2 text-white rounded-0 learnmore-block p-2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"#activities\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#810001\">Inclusive Teaching Practices <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right small pl-2\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button bg-primary-2 text-white rounded-0 learnmore-block p-2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"#spotlight\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#810001\">Spotlight <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right small pl-2\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button bg-primary-2 text-white rounded-0 learnmore-block p-2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"#steps\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#810001\">Examples <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right small pl-2\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group grey-bg-block has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"513\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2021\/07\/idea.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-353436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2021\/07\/idea.png 513w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2021\/07\/idea-300x139.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 513px) 100vw, 513px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Idea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Encouraging inclusive learning communities help students to share their own perspectives, connect with each other and explore new ideas. Inclusive practices can be applied broadly from teaching instruction to experiential education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"activities\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inclusive Teaching Practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2021\/07\/teaching-wpcf_200x93.png\" alt=\"number one icon\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"#instructors\">Intentional Course Design and Content<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2021\/12\/P1-Goal-4-wpcf_200x93.png\" alt=\"number 2 icon\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"#students\">Building Connection and Community <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2021\/07\/writing-wpcf_200x93.png\" alt=\"number three icon\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"#curriculum\">Instructor Presence<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"instructors\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group grey-bg-block has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Intentional Course Design and Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Student experiences with learning are shaped by how and what is taught. Intentional course design and content practices can support students by creating learning environments that promote engagement and participation.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id365739_2bda72-d5 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id365739_2bda72-d5 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id365739_2bda72-d5 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id365739_2bda72-d5 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id365739_2bda72-d5 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id365739_2bda72-d5 kt-accordion-has-5-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane365739_8c8323-38\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Learning Outcomes &amp; Alignment<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Clearly communicating course learning outcomes and aligning instructional practices and content to these outcomes helps clarify learning expectations and guide student success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Share learning outcomes in the course syllabus to guide student learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Align instructional materials, learning activities and assessments with course learning outcomes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share with students how a lecture or assessment connects to course learning outcomes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong>Consider exploring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/bold\/plan-content\/#recommendation-1\">constructive alignment<\/a> to ensure all course elements fit together. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane365739_9286ca-e8\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Course Content<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Choosing course materials that share diverse approaches to course content can help students connect and engage in their learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select course materials that reflect a plurality of voices, perspectives, identities and experiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide course materials and resources that encourage multiple ways of participating in learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include instructions or guides for tools and example assessments and templates.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore:<\/strong> Learn about ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2023\/06\/Food_for_Thought-13-DEDI-Part-314.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">diversify the curriculum<\/a> (PDF) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/bold\/provide-content-in-a-variety-of-ways\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">provide content in a variety of ways<\/a>.<strong><br><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane365739_ab78d5-46\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Course Design<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Offering flexibility in how students engage and demonstrate their learning can support engagement and retention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offer collaborative and experiential learning opportunities using active learning strategies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide students with options to demonstrate their learning in different ways (e.g., a video essay, editorial).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have regular conversations with students about the course, such as timelines and due dates, to encourage student accountability and time management. &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong>Consider ways to support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2023\/11\/Food_for_Thought-17-Accessibility-in-Teaching-and-Learning.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Accessibility in Teaching and Learning<\/a> (PDF), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2023\/01\/Food_for_Thought-03-Universal-Design-for-Learning.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Universal Design for Learning<\/a> (PDF) and incorporate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/py_staff_area\/teaching-learning\/active-learning\/\">active learning strategies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full img-thumbnail rounded-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Intentional-Course-Design-and-Content-538x303-1.png\" alt=\"group of students in a classroom in front of laptop\" class=\"wp-image-377688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Intentional-Course-Design-and-Content-538x303-1.png 538w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Intentional-Course-Design-and-Content-538x303-1-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"students\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.3%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full img-thumbnail rounded-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Building-Connection-and-Community-538x303-1.png\" alt=\"group of students in a library\" class=\"wp-image-377691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Building-Connection-and-Community-538x303-1.png 538w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Building-Connection-and-Community-538x303-1-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.6%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Connection and Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Building connection and community with students encourages engagement and supports academic success. Students who feel connected and included are more likely to contribute, feel confident and seek help when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id365739_0f27e7-24 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id365739_0f27e7-24 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id365739_0f27e7-24 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id365739_0f27e7-24 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id365739_0f27e7-24 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id365739_0f27e7-24 kt-accordion-has-5-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane365739_5b837e-75\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Welcoming Environment<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Establishing a welcoming environment is foundational to inclusive teaching. From setting clear guidelines to providing support, a welcoming environment can help students thrive in their learning journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<strong>Ways to Practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forge a connection early in the term by welcoming students into the course (e.g., create a short introduction or introduction video and post it in eClass).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include an icebreaker activity to connect and learn more about students (e.g., names, interests, goals).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share expectations and co-construct guidelines for constructive and respectful conversations early in the semester.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/resources-by-topic\/decolonizing-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-dedi-resources\/facilitating-dialogue-and-challenging-conversations-in-the-classroom\/accountable-space-resources\/#tools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Community Agreements<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane365739_7a5056-c6\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Connection &amp; Collaboration<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Creating more collaborative opportunities can help instructors and students get to know each other and learn from each other. When difficult conversations emerge, these connections can help both instructors and students navigate and work through them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Model constructive dialogue to guide student conversations, set expectations and foster a space for sharing ideas, perspectives and experiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide students opportunities to learn from one another and share experiences by including paired and group activities, discussions and collaborative work. However, students should not be expected to act as a spokesperson for the communities they belong to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build in reflections and share discussion prompts in advance to allow students time to process and formulate thoughts before engaging in conversations or activities.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong>Learn more ways to support accountability and meaningful dialogues by exploring the Teaching Common\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/resources-by-topic\/decolonizing-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-dedi-resources\/facilitating-dialogue-and-challenging-conversations-in-the-classroom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facilitating Dialogue and Challenging Conversations in the Classroom<\/a>.<strong><br><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane365739_5bf402-03\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Student Supports &amp; Well-being<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Connecting regularly throughout the term in discussion and getting to know students can help provide the right support at the right time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create opportunities for students to connect with the instructors through regular check-ins, office hours, or discussion forum to support their learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect students to academic and wellness supports and services. These can be shared during class, in the course outline and through eClass.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share strategies and practices with students to help organize their time within the course.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong>Share <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/students\/current\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Current Student Resources<\/a> to connect students with LA&amp;PS supports.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"curriculum\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group grey-bg-block has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructor Presence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Instructor presence helps set the tone for the course. In this approach, the instructor is an active collaborator in student learning. Importantly, regular instructor presence helps promote meaningful learning and student success through active engagement and intentional course design, especially in online learning spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id365739_4f017a-5f .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id365739_4f017a-5f .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id365739_4f017a-5f > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id365739_4f017a-5f .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id365739_4f017a-5f .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id365739_4f017a-5f kt-accordion-has-5-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane365739_c894c5-ba\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Climate &amp; Interaction<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Through active engagement, participation and modeling, instructors can help shape a climate of inclusivity to encourage and build a productive learning space for all students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set the tone for communication by modelling expected behaviour, valuing student contributions and adjusting misconceptions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Model inclusive language in communication and interactions (e.g., using the terms winter break, everyone). Explain vocabulary and idioms or cultural references. Acknowledge and include diverse experiences and identities, and actively participate in discussions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acknowledge student contributions and progress to encourage engagement and participation. Respond to discussion posts and share a weekly summary message.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore<\/strong>: Guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/services\/rights\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/849\/2025\/04\/KYR-Gender-Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gender Identity &amp; Gender Expression<\/a> (PDF) and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2023\/01\/Food_for_Thought-02-Culturally-Sustaining-Pedagogies.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Culturally Sustaining Pedagogies<\/a> (PDF).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane365739_880220-a8\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Feedback<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Providing regular constructive feedback helps build trust and encourages students to learn from and apply feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Share consistent and timely feedback with students either formally or informally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer specific, personalized and actionable feedback on assessments that outline a way to improve to help guide learning and growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilitate discussions around feedback prior to assessments and model feedback for students that they can adopt in future work.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore<\/strong>: Leading practices for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2021\/09\/Feedback-Handout_Licensed.pdf\">Feedback<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2021\/09\/Feedback-Handout_Licensed.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2021\/09\/Feedback-Handout_Licensed.pdf\">in Online Courses<\/a> (PDF) and sharing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2022\/09\/Best_In_Class-06-Feedback-Encouraging-Growth.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Feedback Encouraging Growth<\/a> (PDF).<strong><br><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane365739_aaba39-7e\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Transparency<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Transparency in course design can help students understand what is expected of them, why and when. It can also promote clarity around course expectations and the <a href=\"https:\/\/hiddencurriculum.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hidden curriculum<\/a>. This refers to expectations about how to engage in the course that may not be clearly taught or explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ways to Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clarify and communicate the intended and hidden curriculum to students, so they know what is expected of them and how to approach learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share with students the purpose of each assessment and how it is relevant to learning in the course and discipline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invite student feedback on the course through anonymous midterm surveys like \u201cStart, Stop, Continue.\u201d Share the feedback collected with students and what actions will be made as a result.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore<\/strong>: Explore options for a <a href=\"https:\/\/lthelp.yorku.ca\/communication\/creating-and-configuring-feedback-activity?from_search=123138344\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Feedback Activity in eClass<\/a> using&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/teachingcommons\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/38\/2022\/09\/Best_In_Class-06-Feedback-Encouraging-Growth.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best in Class Feedback Encouraging Growth<\/a> (PDF).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full img-thumbnail rounded-0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Instructor-Presence-538x303-1.png\" alt=\"students and instructor in a study room on a laptop\" class=\"wp-image-377692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Instructor-Presence-538x303-1.png 538w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2024\/09\/Instructor-Presence-538x303-1-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"spotlight\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group border-lg border-primary p-4\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experiential Education and Inclusive Teaching Spotlight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Embedding inclusive teaching practices into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/vptl\/experiential-education-ee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">experiential education<\/a> strategies (e.g., classroom-focused activities, lab work, community-based learning) can enhance learning. Shared below are a few considerations for instructors that can help create more inclusive experiential education for students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:12%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image-9.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Expand Access<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Identify and reduce barriers to enhance equitable access to the experiential learning environment, materials, resources and opportunities. For example, provide multimodal case scenarios, York-supported learning resources and\/or free or low-cost event options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:12%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2022\/09\/2-wpcf_200x133.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Bridge Learning Spaces<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Equip students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to engage, collaborate and learn with industry and community partners. For example, engage in a pre-experience reflection, model collaborative practices, provide pre-experience training and\/or share relevant tools, resources and strategies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:12%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2022\/09\/3-wpcf_200x133.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Cultivate Relationships<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Guide students in building and maintaining meaningful relationships with industry or community partners.For example, outline students\u2019 role in developing positive partner relationships, discuss learning experience expectations and\/or practice intercultural communication.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:12%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2022\/09\/4-wpcf_200x133.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Share a Roadmap<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Outline the course structure, expectations and supports to prepare and guide students throughout the experience. For example, provide detailed schedules, identify checkpoints and\/or highlight available and timely supports.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:12%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2022\/09\/5-wpcf_200x133.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Encourage Reflection<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Invite reflection opportunities using a growth mindset to influence skill development and achievement. For example, use student journaling to track progress, include self-assessment tools to evaluate growth and\/or facilitate group discussions of successes, challenges and growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The LA&amp;PS <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/experiential-education-toolkit\/\">Experiential Education Office<\/a> can support instructors in the design and delivery of experiential education activities in their courses. Contact&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:eelaps@yorku.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eelaps@yorku.ca<\/a>&nbsp;to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"steps\"><\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group grey-bg-block has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Examples of Inclusive Teaching Practices<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id365739_83fa75-77 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id365739_83fa75-77 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id365739_83fa75-77 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id365739_83fa75-77 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id365739_83fa75-77 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id365739_83fa75-77 kt-accordion-has-13-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane365739_28921e-57\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Course Introduction Video<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>What?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A short (2-4 minute) course introduction video created by instructors to welcome students and provide an overview of the course. These videos often include an introduction to the instructor, key course information (e.g., purpose, expectations, topics), how to get started and strategies for student success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Course introduction videos are a tool that can help set the tone for the learning experience by building community and connection, and instructor presence. Engaging students from the outset can establish a connection between instructors and students and orientate them to the learning experience (e.g., what to expect, how to succeed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Craft a short presentation before recording and sharing the video to eClass or through email. Recording tools like Zoom, Panopto or Microsoft PowerPoint can assist in video creation and with transcriptions\/closed captions. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/bold\/communicate-with-students\/#welcome\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Create a Welcome Video or Post<\/a>&nbsp;from York University<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-13 kt-pane365739_c70016-2f\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Muddiest Point<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>What?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this active learning and student support activity, students are asked to identify and share what is unclear or confusing in the class, lecture or course materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prompting students to reflect on their learning to realize where they might be experiencing difficulties in the course content can help provide targeted student supports and foster instructor presence. This activity can be leveraged by instructors to help clarify or directly respond to points of confusion. It also helps students identify gaps and engage in their learning communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This activity can be used as a synchronous or asynchronous activity in classes of any size. In person, students can be prompted with a question from a presentation slide that they respond to anonymously on a sticky note. Online, instructors might use a tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentimeter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mentimeter<\/a>. Instructors can also leverage the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lthelp.yorku.ca\/forum-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eClass discussion forum<\/a>&nbsp;so that students can share their answers online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lf.westernsydney.edu.au\/engage\/strategy\/muddiest-point\/\">Muddiest Point Activities from Western Sydney University<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-12 kt-pane365739_320a3c-b5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Group Icebreaker<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>What?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A group icebreaker can be included at the beginning of a course, module or lesson to prompt conversation, and build community and connection. Completed as a whole class or in smaller groups, it typically involves simple games, activities or questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Group icebreakers help build connection and open communication between students and the instructor. This can prepare students for future collaborative work and encourage them to be active participants. Depending on the activity or prompt, these activities can help in orientating students towards specific course expectations and learning, or act as diagnostic tools to assess students\u2019 prior knowledge, skills and motivations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Select an activity that matches the learning goals and context by deciding what is to be achieved and when. This might be at start of class or while introducing a new concept. Provide clear directions to students outlining how to participate on eClass or a presentation slide. For example, during the first class invite students to anonymously share on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentimeter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mentimeter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slido.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">slido<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/faculty-and-staff-services\/teaching-and-learning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iClicker<\/a> why they chose the course, what they hope to take away from it and what is their biggest worry about taking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tophat.com\/blog\/classroom-icebreakers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">25 Classroom Icebreakers for College Professors<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/faculty-and-staff-services\/teaching-and-learning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iClicker at York<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane365739_6a3c35-5c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Concept Mapping<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>What?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Concept maps are an effective UDL tool that invite students to organize information to determine relationships. Students can visually represent concepts in a variety of ways such as charts, tables, timelines or graphic organizers. After representing the information and relationships, students can analyze, compare and contrast it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Incorporating concept maps as part of intentional course design can help students deepen their learning, promote critical thinking and ease cognitive load. Linking ideas provides students opportunities to organize, summarize, evaluate and share their learning in creative ways. Reviewing students\u2019 maps can help instructors assess and provide feedback on student understanding of key concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Individually or in groups, students either brainstorm a list of course concepts or are provided a list about a central idea or topic. Students then go through the list to map out how the concepts are connected to the central topic before layering on further relationships. Include linking terms to explain how the concepts are related. Have students arrange and re-arrange to organize the map in a way that reflects their understanding. Also, use or reuse concept maps at different points in the course to (beginning) provide a course\/topic overview and guide expectations, (mid-course) reinforce connections, and (end) facilitate review and synthesis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/spark.library.yorku.ca\/wp-content\/themes\/glendonits-spark-20151125\/resources\/Concept%20Mapping%20Resource.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SPARK Concept Mapping<\/a> (PDF)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane365739_1c2db4-98\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Assessment Descriptions<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>What?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Assessment descriptions provide clear, concise and transparent instructions to students outlining the context and expectations of completing the assessments. They can include submission guidelines, deadlines, time allocation, grading criteria, purpose and relevance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Providing clear assessment directions to students can support transparency and intentional course design by reducing confusion and helping to ensure students know what is expected of them. This can also minimize misunderstanding and save time for both instructors and students. They can also support transparency as students can understand how they will be assessed. Additionally, students can feel empowered to take ownership of the learning as the directions act as a guide to their success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using clear, concise and plain language, outline the purpose, relevance and criteria for the assessment. Consider including what learning outcomes the assessment aligns with, what students will gain from the assessment, how it is valuable and how it relates to the course materials. To assist in design, consider using headings and subheadings to organize and chunk information like parts, deadlines and submission guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources to Explore: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/learning.northeastern.edu\/transparent-assignment-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Transparent Assessment Design<\/a> from Northeastern University<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group border-lg border-primary p-4\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/11\/SpotlightAlt_SR.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-90000012702\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pause &amp; Reflect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following questions invite instructors to pause and reflect on their current inclusive teaching practices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What inclusive teaching practices are already embedded in the course?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How can instructors proactively create space with inclusion in mind?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What opportunities are there for students to connect with their instructors?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading border-top pt-2\">Learn More<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Adams, M., Bell, L. A., Goodman, D., &amp; Shlasko, D. (2023).&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ocul-yor.primo.exlibrisgroup.com\/permalink\/01OCUL_YOR\/1jocqcq\/alma991045327151205161\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Teaching for diversity and social justice<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hogan, K., &amp; Sathy, V. (2022). <a href=\"https:\/\/ocul-yor.primo.exlibrisgroup.com\/permalink\/01OCUL_YOR\/1jocqcq\/alma991036832940105164\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Inclusive teaching&nbsp;: Strategies for promoting equity in the college classroom<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Page, C., Hardwick, J., &amp; Takacs, S. (2021). <a href=\"https:\/\/kpu.pressbooks.pub\/inclusivepedagogies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Inclusive Pedagogies<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Chicago. (2020). <a href=\"https:\/\/teaching.uchicago.edu\/resources\/inclusive-pedagogy-home-page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Inclusive Pedagogy<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuitt, F., Haynes, C., &amp; Stewart, S. (Eds.). (2016). <a href=\"https:\/\/ocul-yor.primo.exlibrisgroup.com\/permalink\/01OCUL_YOR\/1jocqcq\/alma991998724305151\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Race, equity, and the learning environment: The global relevance of critical and inclusive pedagogies in higher education<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>York\u2019s CoP for DEDI in Teaching and Learning. (2023). <a href=\"https:\/\/ecampusontario.pressbooks.pub\/dedi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>DEDI in Teaching &amp; Learning<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group grey-bg-block has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns learnmore-block is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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