Challenging discussions 7: Evaluation of efforts
Methods of evaluating the effectiveness of academic discussions and increasing their impact on students.
Methods of evaluating the effectiveness of academic discussions and increasing their impact on students.
Strategies for addressing students who become upset during academic discussions
Techniques for leading academic discussions, including defining terms, including all voices, and warning signs that a discussion is becoming challenging.
Strategies for planning class discussions, including a positive class atmosphere, discussion norms, grading discussions, and acceptable sources of information.
Strategies to consider when discussing topics such as race and gender in classes.
Inclusivity considerations when designing courses and syllabi, including discussions about controversial topics.
An introduction to the CET Challenging Discussions series and the principles guiding its development.
This document serves as a tool for course review using the lens of inclusion.
“Netiquette” or “internet etiquette,” describes the recommended communication and behavior of online communication. Having a netiquette policy for your course can help minimize the chances of miscommunication and perceived disrespect.
A brief overview of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its connection to USC course design and teaching.