Inclusive Learning Strategies
Setting expectations for respectful behavior and using inclusive language fosters this type of learning environment.
What is an inclusive learning environment?
Unconscious stereotypes, such as assuming certain groups perform better, are an example of this type of bias.
What is implicit bias?
Limited access to reliable internet and technology is an example of this challenge in hybrid learning environments.
What is the digital divide?
This is the first step in teaching psychomotor skills, where students observe proper techniques demonstrated by an instructor.
What is observation and modeling?
This lab format involves rotating students through different stations, each focusing on a specific skill.
What is station-based learning?
Instructors can make course materials accessible by ensuring they meet these technical standards, such as compatibility with assistive technologies.
What are accessibility standards?
Including case studies and examples that reflect diverse populations is a strategy to address this issue in course design.
What is cultural underrepresentation?
Students balancing jobs, families, and education often face this type of constraint.
What are logistical challenges?
This stage of Bloom’s psychomotor taxonomy is where learners begin performing tasks confidently with coordination and consistency.
What is the mechanism stage?
These structured, scenario-based evaluations assess clinical skills at multiple stations under time constraints.
What are Objective Structured Clinical Exams (OSCEs)?
To engage students in hybrid courses, instructors can use this feature of video conferencing tools to encourage smaller group discussions.
What are breakout rooms?
This policy helps prevent stigma while accommodating students with caregiving or other responsibilities.
What are flexible deadlines?
Providing flexible assignments and alternative formats can accommodate students with these types of challenges.
What are disabilities or learning differences?
Embedding interactive questions in instructional videos enhances engagement in this type of learning environment.
What is asynchronous learning?
During labs, students reflect on their technique in real-time and make immediate adjustments, a practice known as this.
What is reflection-in-action?
Instructors should intervene immediately when these occur, such as microaggressions, to maintain equity in the classroom.
What are exclusionary behaviors or biases?
This framework helps explain how intersecting identities, like race and disability, influence individual experiences.
What is intersectionality?
The use of open educational resources helps mitigate this financial barrier to student success.
What are course material costs?
Asking students to propose modifications during scenarios with unexpected challenges develops this advanced skill.
What is adaptability?
This immersive learning method introduces evolving patient information at different stages to enhance critical thinking.
What are progressive case studies?
Reflecting on teaching practices and identifying personal biases are components of this foundational strategy for promoting equity.
What is developing self-awareness?
The underrepresentation of minority groups in healthcare leads to these, which negatively impact patient outcomes.
What are health disparities?
This practice involves actively soliciting feedback from students to identify and address barriers to their success.
What is inclusive course design evaluation?
The highest level of Bloom’s psychomotor taxonomy, where students create new techniques or approaches.
What is origination?
Providing students with detailed lab manuals and preparation guidance ensures they meet this goal during lab sessions.
What is readiness for clinical practice?