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Teaching for Inclusion Workshop Series

In this moment, it seems important to ask what it means to “teach for inclusion” and explore how we approach this during seemingly endless disruptions and increasingly complex times and environments. The series will explore issues of equity, diversity, inclusion, decolonization, and accessibility (EDIDA) and their centrality to creating positive learning experiences.

This series of workshops is built on an intersectional understanding of experiences of inclusion and exclusion; the programming is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and tools to develop their own approaches to inclusive pedagogy within their unique contexts. Our offerings will explore, and at times critically examine, different orientations to inclusive pedagogy, drawing on the diverse experiences and expertise of facilitators within and beyond the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL). 

What to Expect

Workshops will typically be scheduled for 90 to 120 minutes, allowing time for presentation, reflection, discussion, and application of key concepts in inclusive teaching. Every workshop is designed to allow flexibility in participation.

Upcoming Sessions


Examining Identity, Power and Positionality in Teaching and Learning
September 22, 1:00-3:00pm (In-person)

In this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their social identities and how these identities impact their experiences in educational environments. We will define and explore the concepts of social position, power, and positionality. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own positionality (socio-historical location) and its impact in shaping perspectives and interactions in the classroom, across all disciplines.We will explore how positionality affects interactions, decision-making, and biases by working through case studies. By the end of the session, participants will develop recognition of power dynamics and their impact on teaching and learning, and explore alternative educational designs that consider diversity and create space where all voices can be heard.

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Supporting International Students in Your Class
November 19, 10:00am-12:00pm (Online)

International students form a valuable part of our classrooms, but also face unique barriers in out classes which may limit their ability to fully participate in learning. This workshop will introduce participants to various explicit and hidden barriers facing international students in our classrooms, as well as considerations and strategies to ensure international learners are supported to be full participants in learn.

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Audience

Western instructors, librarians, archivists, post doctoral scholars, and staff involved in teaching activities, course design, or supporting learners at Western.

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We would like to acknowledge that the original Teaching for Inclusion series was developed in partnership with the Department of Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies.

2026-2027

Where Culturally Relevant Pegagogy and Universal Design Meet
Jun 2, 2026

2025-2026

Speaking Along the Spectrum: Navigating Neurodiverse Communication Styles
Nov 20, 2025

Culturally Responsive Teaching: Building Inclusive and Engaging Classrooms
Feb 25, 2026

Facilitating Difficult Classroom Conversations
Mar 2, 2026

Recognizing Epistemic Injustice in 'Higher Education'
Mar 5, 2026

Storytelling Pedagogy
Mar 9, 2026

Integrating Epistemic Justice Across Course Curricula and Pedagogy
Mar 19, 2026

 

2024-2025

Fostering Inclusivity: Strategies for Supporting International Students in the Classroom
Nov 26, 2024

 

2022-2023

Disabled students' experiences of everyday teaching practices at Western
Nov 1, 2022

 

2021-2022

Teaching for Inclusion: Trans and Non-Binary
Speaker: Dr. WG Pearson (Chair and Associate Professor - Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies)
Oct 28, 2021

Indigeneity in the Academy: Teaching and Learning at the Cultural Interface
Speaker: Dr. Candace Brunette-Debassige (Assistant Professor, Education and Teaching Fellow, Indigenous Learning)
Dec 8, 2021