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Teaching about diversity is hard, especially when you’re in the majority…

Creating an inclusive learning and constructive environment on divisive topics such as race, sexuality, or gender is challenging for faculty. Last year, a dialogue on diversity was initiated in the #Oopsism session, yet the challenges faculty face teaching such topics were not addressed. Socially sensitive topics can turn a classroom into an emotionally-charged and destructive environment if faculty do not carefully consider their pedagogical approach. In this interactive session, we share teaching strategies that can be utilized before, during, and after a class session to promote civil discourse and create a safe and constructive environment for the instructor and students.