Diversity in the Classroom

This workshop will discuss instances in which student diversity (gender, race, religion, culture) can surprise an educator and affect the classroom. Together we will explore pathways through these scenarios and consider best and worst options for navigating situations when differences challenge our assumptions about teaching, learning, students, and ourselves.

Counts towards:

• (S) Striving for Excellence
• (A) Advanced Teaching Scholar

After completing this workshop, participants will be able to:

• identify situations which may seem innocuous but which may adversely affect student learning
• recognize how many types of diversity can impact teaching and learning
  
• respond to these situations in ways that do not escalate conflicts or devalue students

An open mind.

Handout prepared by Julianne Bruneau & Steven Broad (Notre Dame only)

Voices of Diversity: Stories, Activities and Resources for the Multicultural Classroom. Lori Langer de Ramirez.

Scenarios for Teaching Writing : Contexts for Discussion and Reflective Practice Chris M. Anson [et al.]
PE 1404 .S33 1993

Multicultural Student Programs and Services at the University of Notre Dame 210 Lafortune

Managing Hot Topics in the Classroom (Harvard)

Walking on Eggs (Peter Frederick)