Inclusive Teaching

These workshops are intended for anyone within UBC’s teaching and learning community (faculty, staff, postdocs, graduate students) with an interest in inclusive teaching practices. We welcome participants from a broad spectrum of existing knowledge, experience and backgrounds. While inclusive teaching can be defined in many ways, below is our working definition of inclusive teaching:

Inclusive teaching refers to intentional approaches to curriculum, course design, teaching practice, and assessment that create a learning environment where all students feel that their differences are valued and respected, have equitable access to learning and other educational opportunities, and are supported to learn to their full potential. Rather than being a static checklist, inclusive teaching can change depending on context. It is a lens that guides instructors to consider and address the ways historical and systemic inequities continue to shape students’ learning experiences. Adapted from University of Michigan’s Centre for Research on Teaching and Learning

For more information and resources, visit inclusiveteaching.ctlt.ubc.ca

Inclusive Teaching: Introduction to Universal Design for Learning

Online
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This is an introductory interactive online workshop on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to discover the essentials of creating inclusive learning environments. This session will guide you through the roots, principles, and practical applications of UDL, offering insights into how to accommodate diverse learning needs in educational settings. Engage with educators and experts in an (more…)


Upcoming Dates

  • Online
    October 6, 2026
    10:00 am - 11:30 am

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Creating Neuroinclusive Classrooms

In-person
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In this interactive session, participants will be introduced to neurodiversity as an umbrella concept, and the impact of neurodivergence on student learning. Together, we will consider how to foster a neurodiversity affirming classroom environment. We will explore teaching practices as well as strategies to mitigate access friction. By the end of this session, participants will: (more…)


Upcoming Dates

  • In-person
    October 27, 2026
    1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

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Part 1 – The Invisible Barrier: How Trauma Impacts Learning

In-person
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Explore how trauma affects students’ executive skills, emotions, and capacity for learning. This session offers a foundational look at the neuroscience of trauma and why trauma-sensitive approaches matter in teaching and learning.


Upcoming Dates

  • In-person
    October 29, 2026
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Facilitators

Part 2 – Balancing Care: Your Role as Educator in a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom

In-person
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Reflect on your role, capacity, and boundaries as an educator in a trauma-sensitive classroom. This session explores how experiences of trauma can shape teaching practice and offers strategies for providing compassion and support while maintaining healthy boundaries for both instructors and students.


Upcoming Dates

  • In-person
    November 5, 2026
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Inclusive Teaching in Practice: UDL & Neurodiversity

In-person
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Every classroom includes learners who think, process, communicate, and engage in different ways. How can we design learning experiences that better recognize and support this diversity? Join us for a three-hour, in-person workshop where we’ll explore neurodiversity and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) through conversation, reflection, and practical application. Bring your questions, experiences, and real teaching (more…)


Upcoming Dates

  • In person
    November 9, 2026
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Part 3 – Fostering Trust and Engagement: Trauma-Aware Strategies for Inclusive Classrooms

In-person
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Explore practical strategies for creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments. This session focuses on trauma-aware teaching practices that foster trust and engagement while considering student diversity, lived experiences, and instructor capacity.


Upcoming Dates

  • In-person
    November 12, 2026
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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