The Inclusive Instructor
A platform to inform and inspire Higher Ed instructors to create and deliver inclusive and equitable instruction to diverse learners in the college classroom. Hear from faculty who apply innovative strategies as they create and enhance inclusive learning environments that respect and value diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences. Improve curriculum when you design with all learners in mind. Enhance content with meaningful assignments that are relevant to your learners. Rethink testing and assessment so that students have the opportunity to achieve desired outcomes. Remove barriers that impact retention and impede success.
Episodes
13 episodes
Ep. 012 - Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Student Success
Guest Host: Chelsey William, Faculty - LBCC Communications Department. Chelsey and I discuss the role that EQ plays in student success and retention. We explore the many ways in which faculty can implement key features of EQ to promote student ...
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Episode 12
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56:03
Ep. 013: Open Educational Resources (OER), Textbook Affordability and Copyright Rules
Guest: Michaela Willi Hooper, Faculty member with LBCC's Library. Michaela began at LBCC in 2017 and is the college’s OER and copyrighted material expert . She also co-chairs the Textbook Affordability Steering Committee and leads t...
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Episode 13
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1:08:48
Ep.011 - Boundaries with Compassion: The Journey Starts with You
Guest: Kellie Sturgeon, Accessible Technology Specialist with the Center for Accessibility Resources (CFAR) at LBCC. Kellie earned a nursing degree in 1979 and worked as an Emergency Room nurse for 25 years before returning to school and ...
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Episode 11
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1:08:33
Ep.010: The Pedagogy of Conocimientos: Creating Inclusive Learning Environments that are Collaborative and Equitable
Guest: Javier Cervantes, Director of the Department of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) at LBCC. The title of this episode is from Dr. Josephine Mendez Negrete’s Pedago...
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Episode 10
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1:26:50
Ep. 009: College is a Privilege on the Outside and an Absolute Luxury on the Inside
Sonya James, Guest: Sonya James - PT Faculty and Academic Planning Specialist with LBCC University Partnership Program joins me to discuss a student population who aren't talked about much - those who are experiencing incarceration. Sonya and I...
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1:13:38
Ep. 008: It's Not All or Nothing: Rethinking Deadlines and Due Dates
LBCC Faculty Member, Rob Priewe - Journalism Department, joins me to discuss flexibility with assignment and project deadlines. Rob and I talk about the diverse needs and experiences of students in the college learning environment. Flexible due...
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Episode 8
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1:02:53
Ep. 007: Tips and Strategies for Supporting Stressed and Distressed Students
LBCC Faculty Member - Lisa Hoogesteger, Advising Center - joins me to discuss tips and strategies for supporting students who experience stress and distress during the academic term. We explore the needs of diverse learners and identify barrier...
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Episode 7
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1:01:41
Ep. 006: Stop: Pause, Reflect and Refresh - Thinking of New Ways to Do Old Things
LBCC Faculty member, Mike Randolph - with the Distance Education Program, joins me to discuss 3 key methods to engage students and enhance online instruction. Mike draws on his extensive experience of instructional design, content deliver...
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Episode 6
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59:31
Ep. 005 - Take them to the beach: Building Relationships and Engaging Students in Math Courses
LBCC Faculty member Michael Lopez (Mathematics Dept.) joins me to discuss the unique and meaningful strategies he implements to engage students in his math courses. Michael is passionate about, and committed to, building relationships with stud...
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Episode 5
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1:39:42
Ep. 004 - Active Learning and Student Engagement in Science Classes
Join LBCC faculty member Deron Carter and I as we discuss the magic of active learning, evidence based teaching practice, and adult learning theory. Deron is passionate about student success. He skillfully engages his students in both in-person...
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Episode 4
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1:02:48
Ep:003 - Gen Z Students with Kristi Murphey
LBCC's Kristi Murphey, Faculty with the Health and Human Performance Department, is a faculty fellow for the 2020-2021 academic year and she is researching our youngest college students - Gen Z. Kristi explores this generation who are "digital ...
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Episode 3
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33:35
Ep.002 Student Engagement in the Remote Classroom Environment with Tristan Striker
Guest faculty Tristan Striker discusses techniques to engage diverse learners in the virtual classroom. We explore various strategies used to motivate and peak the interest of students in college writing classes. These tips and tools will allow...
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Episode 2
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48:14
Ep:01 Accommodations in the 2020-2021 LBCC Virtual Classroom with Julie Hessel
Julie Hessel from the Center for Accessibility Resources discusses how student accommodations apply to the remote learning environment. Ensure your students have access to content and curriculum. Learn more about specific accommodations such as...
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Episode 1
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