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Interactive Workshop

Teaching Methods and Learning Styles

It starts with us: The syllabus and course design as tools for inclusion.

Social work programs must lead the way in fostering inclusive learning environments. Using a disability justice perspective to examine common course elements, presenters share pedagogical strategies enhancing access and inclusion. Participants will collaborate to formulate modifications to their pedagogy, synthesizing workshop content and their own classroom experiences.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
  1. Analyze how and why a course syllabus and curriculum design can contribute to creating an inclusive and accessible classroom environment, ensuring equitable access to materials and information.
  2. Compare and contrast a variety of pedagogical techniques and curriculum strategies through the lens of inclusion and access, evaluating their effectiveness in promoting diverse learning needs.
  3. Develop actionable plans for integrating workshop concepts on syllabus and curriculum accessibility into their own classroom practices, fostering collaborative discussions with fellow educators on enhancing access to educational materials and resources.