Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM Students
Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) gaps persist in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, as demonstrated by the discrimination, stereotyping, and inequities that historically and persistently marginalized groups face. Recognition of this gap led a transdisciplinary team to d...
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Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) gaps persist in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, as demonstrated by the discrimination, stereotyping, and inequities that historically and persistently marginalized groups face. Recognition of this gap led a transdisciplinary team to develop foundational-level e-learning modules, titled Foundations for Inclusive and Respectful Engagement (FIRE) on EDI capacities to be delivered in STEM undergraduate classes at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus. FIRE consists of online, asynchronous, self-study modules delivered through the learning management system, Canvas. Feedback from pilot testing the FIRE modules has demonstrated that STEM students find the modules to be relevant and beneficial. Throughout the development of FIRE, we learned the importance of aligning the course with our institution’s values, working in a transdisciplinary team, and revising iteratively. This documentation of the development and preliminary feasibility of the FIRE modules aims to assist other institutions or organizations who are in the process of developing their own EDI teaching and learning materials.
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| spelling | doaj-art-9e6868972b9f4f4486d283f5c783d5552025-08-20T01:58:19ZengUniversity of WindsorJournal of Teaching and Learning1911-82792024-11-0118210.22329/jtl.v18i2.8284Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM StudentsJenna Sim0https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8035-691XMary JungJannik Haruo EikenaarRishma Chooniedasshttps://orcid.org/0000-0002-9895-5109UBC Okanagan Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) gaps persist in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, as demonstrated by the discrimination, stereotyping, and inequities that historically and persistently marginalized groups face. Recognition of this gap led a transdisciplinary team to develop foundational-level e-learning modules, titled Foundations for Inclusive and Respectful Engagement (FIRE) on EDI capacities to be delivered in STEM undergraduate classes at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus. FIRE consists of online, asynchronous, self-study modules delivered through the learning management system, Canvas. Feedback from pilot testing the FIRE modules has demonstrated that STEM students find the modules to be relevant and beneficial. Throughout the development of FIRE, we learned the importance of aligning the course with our institution’s values, working in a transdisciplinary team, and revising iteratively. This documentation of the development and preliminary feasibility of the FIRE modules aims to assist other institutions or organizations who are in the process of developing their own EDI teaching and learning materials. https://jtl.uwindsor.ca/index.php/jtl/article/view/8284EquityDiversityInclusionCurriculumSTEMUndergraduate Students |
| spellingShingle | Jenna Sim Mary Jung Jannik Haruo Eikenaar Rishma Chooniedass Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM Students Journal of Teaching and Learning Equity Diversity Inclusion Curriculum STEM Undergraduate Students |
| title | Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM Students |
| title_full | Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM Students |
| title_fullStr | Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM Students |
| title_full_unstemmed | Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM Students |
| title_short | Development of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Curriculum Initiative for Undergraduate STEM Students |
| title_sort | development of an equity diversity and inclusion curriculum initiative for undergraduate stem students |
| topic | Equity Diversity Inclusion Curriculum STEM Undergraduate Students |
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