Inclusive Teaching Practices
- Include our disability accommodation statement on each syllabus, every semester. Invite students to contact you if they need disability-related accommodations.
- Utilize the Kent State Online Blackboard template for organizing information consistently. This is helpful in both online and in-person classes.
- Provide due dates, readings, and course topics in your syllabus. This will allow students to manage their time, and it assists SAS in creating accessible materials in a timely manner.
- Provide clear and concise instructions in both written and verbal formats. Allow time for clarification.
- Incorporate visual aids and multiple teaching methods, including visual, auditory, and hands-on approaches.
- Break large amounts of information or instructions into smaller segments. Review previous lessons and summarize periodically.
- Provide outlines or PowerPoints when possible.
- Allow for a short break during long class sessions. Provide time for clarification before moving on to a new topic.
- When in doubt about how best to assist your student, ask them. To respect a student's privacy, don't discuss disability details in front of other student.