Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Inclusive pedagogy at its core is a student-centered approach to teaching that faculty create an inviting and engaging learning environment to all the students with varied backgrounds, learning styles, and physical and cognitive abilities in the classroom. It inclusive pedagogy improves learning outcomes when faculty take deliberate steps to ensure that all students feel welcomed and supported in the classroom.

From: The University of Chicago (2020). Inclusive Pedagogy. https://www.celt.iastate.edu/instructional-strategies/creating-an-inclusive-classroom/inclusive-pedagogy/

Universal Design for Learning is a teaching approach that works to accommodate the needs and abilities of all learners and eliminates unnecessary hurdles in the learning process. This means developing a flexible learning environment in which information is presented in multiple ways, students engage in learning in a variety of ways, and students are provided options when demonstrating their learning. 

From: Center for Teaching Innovation (2022). Universal Design for Learning. Cornell University. https://teaching.cornell.edu/teaching-resources/designing-your-course/universal-design-learning