FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1-3 P.M. EW205

Inclusive Teaching and Learning at Algoma University

Faculty Professional Development Workshop

Brandi Bell-Tanninen, Health and Safety Officer

Dawn Elmore, Manager, Academic Development and Quality

Barb Muio, Coordinator of Learning Centre and Disability Services

Raquel Lehto, Learning Strategist

This session will review inclusive teaching and learning practices from the perspective of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). This session will focus on increasing awareness of your responsibilities as educators around accessible program delivery and instruction. The session will address inclusive learning, barriers to inclusion, knowing your students, and the introduction of a toolkit to assist with inclusive course design and inclusive teaching strategies.