Center for Excellence in TeachingMindfulness in courses
A brief introduction to mindfulness including examples of contemplative pedagogical practices that can be incorporated into courses to support student learning and wellbeing. Created in collaboration with Mindful USC.
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Preparing your Class to be LGBTQ+ Inclusive
A brief video that introduces faculty to some of the initial actions found within the LGBTQ+ Classroom Inclusivity Guidebook and how to orient their learning environments in ways that best support LGBTQ+ students. The video was created and narrated by Karrie Kingsley from the USC Office of Inclusion and Diversity.
Understanding & Practicing Pronouns in the Classroom
A brief tutorial of some key components to remember when introducing and using gender pronouns with your students created by USC Student Health.
An introduction to the student accommodations process
This question & answer panel, a collaboration between Office of Student Accessibility Services (OSAS) and the Center for Excellence in Teaching (CET), describes what a notification letter means, the faculty’s role in providing accommodations, and who to contact with questions.
Working with JEP to jumpstart a SLCE partnership
Stephanie Bower from the Dornsife Writing Program on working with JEP to jumpstart a SLCE partnership. Presented during the February 2022 CET Faculty Showcase.
Introduction to JEP’s service-learning and community engagement (SLCE) programs
Samantha Bernstein-Sierra with the USC Joint Educational Project (JEP) presents an introduction to JEP’s service-learning and community engagement (SLCE) programs during the CET February 2022 Faculty Showcase.
Creating an LGBTQ+ inclusive campus
A Guidebook prepared by the Campus Coordinated Response Team on Trauma-Informed, Culturally Sensitive and Inclusive Teaching for LGBTQ+ Students at USC.
Engaging the Gould Community in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Nickey Woods from the Gould School of Law discusses DEI efforts during the September 2021 Faculty Showcase.
Active learning research
A selection of literature resources discussing the impacts of active learning on student learning.
Challenging discussions 8: USC values free expression
Principles and policies relevant to free expression at USC, including free speech, harassment, and disruptive speech.