Difference between revisions of "Creating a More Inclusive Classroom Environment"
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#Foster a [[Biology is not destiny|growth mindset]] in your students. | #Foster a [[Biology is not destiny|growth mindset]] in your students. | ||
#Modify and limit the effects of [[Personal prejudices|implicit biases]]. | #Modify and limit the effects of [[Personal prejudices|implicit biases]]. | ||
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Revision as of 08:24, 16 March 2016
Some steps towards making classes more effective and inclusive
- Decide what you want your students to take away from your course, and use backward-design to accomplish your goals[1].
- Employ active learning techniques.
- Foster a growth mindset in your students.
- Modify and limit the effects of implicit biases.
- Understand stereotype threat and reduce it with wise feedback and values affirmation.