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Register for next FIX lecture series set for November 16 

Update | Tuesday, November 3, 2020

The Office of Academic Affairs Instructional Success Committee is proud to announce the November presentation for the Faculty Idea Exchange (FIX) Virtual Lecture Series on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Classroom. This is the second in a series of professional development presentations that will occur monthly, leading up to the 2021 Faculty Idea Exchange, scheduled for July 9, 2021, at the WD Conference Center. 

November FIX VLS Title: 
Cultural Competency in the Classroom

Date and Time:
Nonday, November 16 from 2-4 p.m.

Presenters:
Mary Lewis and Dylan Canter

Description: 
This presentation will focus on openly addressing diversity in classroom settings and working to create an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students. You will learn the importance of de-constructing classroom norms, understand aspects of cultural competency in educational settings, and how to navigate challenging classroom situations, all of which impact student success. Examples of specific changes that can be integrated into syllabi, assessments, and teaching styles will also be provided to participants. This workshop will be interactive, and participants will be asked to complete pre-reflection activities and readings.

How To Register:

1) Log in to Cornerstone

2) Hover mouse over "Learning"

3) Select "Events Calendar"

4) Scroll to event date (November 16) and select FIX title

5) Select "Request"

 

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