Module 4: Communicate High Expectations & Respect Diverse Talents
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Your students are individuals with different strengths, needs and ways of learning. They can bring great things to the classroom, but may also need help to meet personal challenges. Research has shown that students will rise to meet the expectations of their teacher. As an adjunct instructor you can help guide your students through each challenge.
Objectives
- Identify the features of an inclusive environment.
- Match potential student challenges with possible support.
- Determine possible responses to interpersonal challenges.
Read/Watch
- Carl More, Teaching in Higher Ed: Proactive Inclusivity Links to an external site.(27:53)
- UNC Charlotte: Communicating High Expectations (Links to an external site.) (4:15)
Supporting Research
- Cory, R., & Burgstahler, S. (2008). Universal design in higher education: From principles to practice Links to an external site.. Cambridge, Mass: Harvard Education Press.
- Buckingham, M. (2007). Go put your strengths to work: 6 powerful steps to achieve outstanding performance Links to an external site.. New York: Free Press.
- Rath, T., Clifton, D. O., & Books, I. (2004). How full is your bucket?: Positive strategies for work and life. Links to an external site.New York: Gallup Press.
- Buckingham, M. (2011). Stand out as a leader. Leadership Excellence, 28(10), 17.
- Rath, T. (2007). Strengths finder. Leadership Excellence, 24(7), 18.
- Rath, T., Conchie, B., & Books, I. (2008). Strengths based leadership: Great leaders, teams, and why people follow. New York: Gallup Press.
- Rath, T., & Books, I. (2006). Vital friends: The people you can't afford to live without. New York, NY: Gallup Press.
- FDTE Guide: Accessibility (Links to an external site.)
- FDTE Guide: Learning Disabilities (Links to an external site.)
- FDTE Guide: Inclusivity in the Classroom (Links to an external site.)
- Beyond the Podium Notes: Supporting High Achievers (Links to an external site.)
Questions?
Please don't hesitate to ask questions!
- Share general questions or thoughts on the Questions discussion forum
- Personal questions about this workshop: Alexandra Bitton-Bailey
- Help with Canvas: elearning.ufl.edu Links to an external site.