Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)
As stated in its strategic plan, Illinois State University "affirms and encourages community and a respect for differences." Nowhere is this more important than in our classrooms and online learning spaces. These resources can help instructors create safe and equitable environments in which our students can thrive.
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Responding to Challenging Classroom Conversations
“Hot moments” in the classroom are those times when a conversation can become unproductive and harmful to people in the classroom. Faculty are in position to manage those moments and must do so to ensure that our classrooms remain a safe environment for all people to learn.
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Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity is the concept that neurological differences, including autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, are natural variations of the human brain. Discover our resources and opportunities to support and celebrate the unique strengths of neurodivergent students in your classrooms.
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Working with Diverse Students in Your Classrooms
Learn about diverse groups of students and evidence-based teaching strategies that help them succeed in your classroom. We curated pedagogical strategies for distinct groups of students to help you understand their unique strengths and challenges.
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Queer Allyship Learning Community
How can we make our campus more inclusive, supporting, and affirming for our queer (LBTQIA2S+) students and colleagues? This group considers classroom praxis, course design, and broader university-wide initiatives, and welcomes all instructors and staff interested in growing as queer allies.
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Foundations of Equitable and Inclusive Teaching
Shift your course design by intentionally reflecting on your teaching practices with student diversity in mind.
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Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion
This seminar series tackles tough questions involving culture, identity, and responsive teaching in a friendly, non-threatening environment. Topics include: Implicit Bias, Microaggressions, and Privilege and Power. Participants who complete all three seminars in the series will receive a certificate of completion.
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Intercultural Development Inventory® (IDI) Consultation
Intercultural Development Inventory® consultations helps you grow your awareness of culture and diversity issues.
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The Framework for Inclusive Teaching Excellence
