Author: Connor Goyne
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Recognizing & Reducing Implicit Bias in the Online Classroom
What is Implicit Bias? One major barrier to equitable teaching is implicit (or unconscious) bias. Implicit bias refers to the value associations we all unthinkingly hold and may apply to others; this includes negative associations with marginalized groups as well as positive associations with people similar to us and groups associated with social prestige. An…
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Inclusive Language and the Euphemism Treadmill
Language is one of the first and most consistent ways we communicate our classroom culture. Years of research affirm what many of us know intuitively: students who feel like they belong in a classroom are more engaged, more likely to persist through challenges, and ultimately more likely to succeed; conversely, students who find themselves in…
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Teaching Students Who Are Neurodiverse: Creating Inclusive Classrooms
Understanding Neurodiversity The term neurodiversity was coined in the 1990s by sociologist Judy Singer to describe natural variations in human brains. Originally tied to the self-advocacy movement for autistic individuals, the concept has since expanded to include people with ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other neurological differences. The related term neurodivergent refers to individuals whose cognitive…
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Upcoming Book Club: Unmasking Autism by Devon Price
Are you interested in learning more about neurodiversity and building community on campus? If so, feel free to join a book club where students, faculty, and staff are invited to read and discuss Unmasking Autism by Devon Price. Everyone is welcome at book club, whether you’ve had a chance to read the book or not! Some of the…
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Faculty Fusion: Hot Topics with the TLC
Need help transitioning out of holiday mode before the Spring semester? Looking for ways to keep Winter class momentum rolling? Register today for Faculty Fusion! Each session will include 30 minutes of presentation from a panel of WCU faculty experts, followed by 20 minutes of Q&A and table conversations with your peers. Coffee and lunch…
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Speaking Emphasis Workshop: Designing and Teaching Speaking Emphasis Courses
This Zoom workshop is intended for faculty who are teaching or planning to teach Speaking Emphasis (SE) Courses. It will be held on Thursday, October 26 from 12:00 to 1:30PM. The workshop will discuss the following topics: If you plan to attend, please RSVP to the Speaking Emphasis Director, Ola Kopacz.
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