FCB - Cultivating an Inclusive Environment

Rationale

An inclusive classroom and campus climate refers to an environment where all campus members feel supported, respected, and valued regardless of identity, learning preferences, or prior education. Research demonstrates that positive diverse interactions help students, staff, instructors, and leaders develop a sense of belonging, increase productivity, and prepare for work-related expectations (Greer, 2014; Smith & Schonfeld, 2000).

Practices

Use inclusive language
Prepare team members to productively work together
Ensure diverse representation in course and campus materials
Explicitly invite diverse perspectives and viewpoints
Create community agreements
Manage hot moments
Share a variety of academic, social, and professional support resources
Survey students and colleagues about the resources they need to be successful
Offer varied assignemnt types and submissions
Build accessibility into your course design and the campus environment
Use accessible approaches when presenting information
Establish expectations for accessibilty
Engage students in producing accessible materials

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FCB - Cultivating an Inclusive Environment

Rationale

Practices

Use inclusive language

Prepare team members to productively work together

Ensure diverse representation in course and campus materials

Explicitly invite diverse perspectives and viewpoints

Create community agreements

Manage hot moments

Share a variety of academic, social, and professional support resources

Survey students and colleagues about the resources they need to be successful

Offer varied assignemnt types and submissions

Build accessibility into your course design and the campus environment

Use accessible approaches when presenting information

Establish expectations for accessibilty

Engage students in producing accessible materials