Importance of Inclusive Teaching and Learning

In this podcast episode, the speakers emphasize the importance of inclusive teaching and learning. They argue that teaching the same class each semester is not possible because the people in the room are always different, and who they are matters for the kind of learning that can occur. Creating an environment where students feel safe and comfortable to bring their identities and perspectives enhances the learning process. Inclusive excellence is about harnessing the benefits of diversity and creating equitable access to quality education. The speakers also discuss the threat to academic freedom if diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is undermined, and highlight the need for faculty to understand the value of DEI training in positively impacting the college environment and student outcomes.