Equity-Minded Teaching 101
UDL, DEI, oh my! Does it sometimes feel too overwhelming or abstract to even think about creating effective courses for our diverse learners? Let’s take this hour to get our bearings. We will demystify some popular terms (such as Universal Design for Learning, or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, among others) and explore what they all have in common when we consider the basic principles of our teaching practices. And when we look at some concrete examples we can apply next week or next semester, creating effective courses won't look so challenging anymore.
Dr. Mascha N. Gemein is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University Center for Assessment Teaching and Technology at the University of Arizona. An international scholar and educational developer with particular focus on equity, intercultural learning, and evidence-based curriculum development, she supports faculty through consultations, professional development programs, and learning communities. She also serves as advisor, coordinator, and faculty member of the College Teaching Graduate Interdisciplinary Program.
