Fostering Inclusive Learning Environments

Catalog description

This course examines the historical and political forces driving changes to inclusion-focused policies and practices in educational institutions, focusing on K -12 classrooms. Candidates will explore the evolution of these initiatives, analyze their impacts on modern classrooms, and investigate how schools and educators adapt when such policies are altered or shifted. The curriculum emphasizes strategies for establishing and integrating inclusive teaching practices, evaluating the academic and social consequences of evolving institutional priorities, and designing adaptable, student-centered syllabi. Weekly readings, discussions, and reflective assignments will equip candidates with the knowledge and skills to foster equitable learning environments that support diverse student populations, even amid shifting educational landscapes.