Unravelling the sensory campus experience – A unique perspective of autistic academics
byHave you ever wondered what it is like for autistic academics to navigate a sensory-rich campus? In academia, individuals must navigate diverse physical and…
Inclusive teaching
Access for all in the chemistry laboratory: The case of blind students
byScience has much to learn from sport when it comes to accessibility of participation. The Paralympics, just opened in Paris, is currently showcasing the…
Improve your UDL literacy – Interview with UDL expert Dr. Elizabeth Berquist
byUniversal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that can be used to guide the design of accessible and challenging learning environments for all…
Fostering agentic engagement and autonomy support in tutorials
byA key goal of tertiary teaching and learning must be to develop independence in our students through encouraging them to take charge of their…
EDI in the STEM Classroom in Engineering
byAll new tutors in the Faculty of Engineering are required to undertake the Tutor Development Program, a practical introduction to tutoring designed to help tutors…
Bridging first year barriers: fostering belonging in the biology learning space
byFirst year teaching often requires a delicate and deft hand – teachers balance the delivery of important foundational content with facilitating student transition to…
Building language and communication skills with strategic assessment and feedback
byDo we assume our students come to university with the language and communication skills to succeed in their studies? Writing well is a crucial…
Designing for diversity – inclusive assessment
byInclusive assessment in higher education refers to the design and implementation of assessment practices that accommodate the diverse learning needs, backgrounds, and abilities of…
Rethinking assessment design one small step at a time.
byThis year our monthly UDL Chats continue to host colleagues from around the University, willing to share their stories about using Universal Design for…
Designing for diversity – creating bridges and lowering barriers
byThroughout most of its history, universities have been largely known for their exclusivity. Terms such as the “ivory tower” have come to reflect not…