DEI pedagogy is the practice of ensuring that all students feel seen and valued. This pedagogy allows students to engage with each other through active listening to comprehend diverse perspectives,  to raise critical awareness, and think about not only their personal lives but also the life experiences and perspectives of others.

Why do DEI pedagogy?

·      This pedagogical practice allows all students, especially marginalized students, to feel seen and valued, and as a result, they are more likely to engage in the course material and learn.

·      Additionally, this practice also helps non-marginalized students listen and understand differing perspectives, preparing them for the work world.

How does DEI pedagogy enrich students learning?

·      Develop “rhetorical listening” (Ratcliff) skills

·      Develop emphatic responses to diverse voices/ideas

·      Develop “racial literacy” (Grayson) and other similar literacies of DEI

·      Develop effective rhetorical response and communication skills

·      Develop a strong sense of self-awareness

A few DEI pedagogies to understand:

1. CRT- such as Black Lives Matter, Trilingualism, Bilingualism, and other diverse ways to focus on race, class, gender, sexuality, and neurodiversity issues through your content and learning objectives. 

2. Push to Succeed