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DIVERSITY#1

The presence of differences within a given setting, including race, gender, ethnicity, and learning styles.

INCLUSION#2

The practice of creating environments where all individuals feel welcomed, respected, and valued.

EQUITY#3

Fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all individuals, addressing systemic barriers.

INCLUSIVE TEACHING#4

Teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learning needs and promote full participation.

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT#5

The level of interest, motivation, and involvement that students exhibit in the learning process.

CURRICULUM ADJUSTMENTS#6

Modifications made to course content and structure to enhance inclusivity.

ASSESSMENT METHODS#7

Techniques used to evaluate student learning, which should be fair and equitable.

CULTURAL COMPETENCE#8

The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people from diverse cultures.

SOCIAL JUSTICE#9

The pursuit of equity and fairness in society, particularly in education.

LEARNING STYLES#10

The preferred ways in which individuals absorb, process, and retain information.

BIASES#11

Prejudices or predispositions that affect judgment and decision-making.

PEER COLLABORATION#12

Working with colleagues to assess and improve inclusivity in teaching practices.

ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES#13

Techniques designed to increase student participation and interest in learning.

EVALUATION CRITERIA#14

Standards used to assess the effectiveness of teaching methods and student performance.

FEEDBACK#15

Information provided to students regarding their performance, aimed at improvement.

CURRICULUM MAP#16

A visual representation of the curriculum, indicating how diversity is integrated.

DIVERSITY GOALS#17

Objectives set by institutions to enhance diversity and inclusion within educational settings.

ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENTS#18

Non-traditional evaluation methods that provide a broader view of student learning.

FACILITATING DISCUSSIONS#19

Guiding conversations in a way that encourages diverse perspectives and participation.

REFLECTION#20

The process of critically thinking about one’s teaching practices to foster improvement.

ACTION PLAN#21

A detailed strategy outlining steps to enhance diversity and inclusion in teaching.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT#22

Opportunities for educators to enhance their skills and knowledge, particularly in diversity.

SYSTEMIC BARRIERS#23

Obstacles rooted in institutional policies or practices that hinder equitable access.

UNDERREPRESENTED GROUPS#24

Communities or demographics that have less representation in a given context.

PILOTING STRATEGIES#25

Testing new teaching methods on a small scale before wider implementation.

QUALITATIVE FEEDBACK#26

Non-numeric information gathered about student experiences and perceptions.

QUANTITATIVE DATA#27

Numerical data used to measure student performance and engagement.