Pre-Semester Practices: Identity
These practices focus on mitigating bias in all aspects of the class during the pre-semester time period.
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Examine the assumptions you currently have and have made previously about your students – This is a mental check-in for yourself that can provide reflection on your own implicit bias. Actively commit oneself to the process of self-actualization to increase awareness of your own worldview.
Learn different teaching techniques to vary teaching methods during the semester and ensure they are all accessible to all students.
Learn about implementing techniques that can decrease the potential intimidation that students feel towards instructors
To the best of your ability, ensure that the classroom is physically accessible and usable by all students and plan for accommodations for students whose needs are not fully met by the instructional design