Calling on Students in Equitable Ways

Calling on Students in Equitable Ways

While McCarthy’s focus on equitable conversation is particularly important for his course content, carefully managing discussions so that students from all groups feel comfortable speaking is important across disciplines. Students learn best when they hear from all of their classmates, not just those who feel most comfortable speaking up. Apply strategies to ensure equitable classroom participation, promoting diverse student voices in discussions on equity, power, and diversity.

Topics

  • equitable participation
  • student participation
  • facilitating discussions
  • student voice
  • student engagement
  • student motivation
  • classroom diversity