What is the Inclusive Classroom?
An inclusive classroom refers to intentional approaches to curriculum, course design, teaching practice, and assessment that cultivate a conducive learning environment where students feel valued, respected, and supported to flourish at Iowa State University and beyond.
At its core, inclusive pedagogy is the student-centered teaching approach known to Iowa State as the inclusive classroom. Faculty create an inviting and engaging learning environment for all students with varied backgrounds, learning styles, and physical and cognitive abilities in the classroom. Drawing from the large body of scholarship of teaching and learning, it is clear that inclusive pedagogy improves learning outcomes when faculty take deliberate steps to ensure that all students feel welcomed and supported in the classroom (Florian, 2015; Spratt & Florian, 2015).
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