Rationale
Students bring diverse identities, lived experiences, and ways of knowing to the classroom, which can shape how they engage with course content and with one another. When instructors recognize these differences and intentionally create inclusive environments, students are more likely to feel valued, supported, and capable of succeeding (Gurin et al., 2002). Practices such as acknowledging and addressing bias, responding to microaggressions, representing multiple perspectives in course materials, and building accessibility into course design help foster a learning environment where all students can thrive.
