Inclusive Teaching Collective
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The CATE Inclusive Teaching Collective (ITC) is a professional development opportunity for faculty and staff who have completed the Inclusive Education Scholars Certificate Program (IESCP).
Designed to build and expand on the learning from the IESCP, this learning community brings together instructors committed to fostering inclusive, equitable, and engaging learning environments. Co-led by participants and CATE facilitators, this participant-driven learning community is a collaborative space for participants to learn from one another through shared dialogue, reflection, and practice.
Why Join the Inclusive Teaching Collective?
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By participating in the Inclusive Teaching Collective, you will:
- Cultivate a community among instructors committed to inclusive teaching
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- Deepen your understanding of inclusive teaching practices
- Implement new strategies in your classroom and receive feedback from peers
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The coordinators did an excellent job in fostering a welcoming environment, allowing participants to engage in productive conversations about our teaching practices. There were excellent resources shared by presenters. I’ve learned a lot from this learning community. Overall, it was a wonderful experience connecting with people from different disciplines.
Topics We Explore
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The community’s focus is driven by its participants. Past cohorts have collaborated and learned strategies to:
- Improve the accessibility of course content
- Create meaningful community in online spaces
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- Incorporate trauma-informed teaching practices
- Build sustainable mentorship models
- Design Canvas sites using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles
Gathering Details & How to Join
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- When: Monthly (meeting days and time vary semester-to-semester)
- Where: In-person at the Teaching Excellence Building
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- Registration: Participation in the Inclusive Teaching Collective is by invitation only for instructors (currently only faculty and staff) who have completed the IESCP. Keep an eye on your inbox for more details and registration information.
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This learning community [felt] welcoming, cozy, yet productive. I looked forward to the monthly meetings — they were refreshing breaks from my daily tasks.