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Presentation
Diversity and Inclusion in the Science Classroom
Faculty Publications & Research
  • Sowmya Anjur, Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
Document Type
Conference Paper/Presentation
Publication Date
11-9-2018
Keywords
  • diversity,
  • equity,
  • inequity,
  • obstacles,
  • impediments,
  • inventions,
  • women in education
Abstract

A Diversity, Epidemiology and social justice unit was incorporated into the Physiology and Disease curriculum in Fall 2016. Students discussed topics such as social and cultural influences on diversity thinking, and selective treatment in hospitals based on race. It was very noteworthy that students were united in their thinking regarding diversity and inclusion, despite the fact that they were from different backgrounds and diverse cultures. In 2017, additional discussions were held on equity in education. Students who were otherwise reserved were encouraged enough to express their views, and everyone appreciated the fact that they had been included.

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Presented at NCSSS 2018 Professional Conference

Citation Information
Sowmya Anjur. "Diversity and Inclusion in the Science Classroom" (2018)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/sowmya-anjur/26/