Equity Case Studies Report - School of Social Work - University of ...
Equity Case Studies Report - School of Social Work - University of ...
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UBC school <strong>of</strong> social work equity and diversity strategic plan: A compilation <strong>of</strong> case studies 90<br />
will teach students and remind faculty that everything taught can be related to equity and<br />
that equity-related topics are not separate, and therefore should not be<br />
compartmentalized.<br />
• Develop a required course on equity and diversity/anti-oppressive <strong>Social</strong> <strong>Work</strong> for all<br />
incoming students, and/or including a workshop on this material during orientation week.<br />
• Incorporate an equity and diversity section in each course syllabus, which delineates<br />
equity and diversity-related objectives <strong>of</strong> the course, and the methods and assignments by<br />
which these objectives will be achieved.<br />
• Develop a course on topics relevant to LGBT2IQQ issues/experiences.<br />
Pedagogy<br />
• Demonstrate congruency in curricula and pedagogy.<br />
• Apply pedagogical practices that promote equity, diversity, and inclusion. For example,<br />
collaborative learning, group work, active student participation, and self-directed learning<br />
to support students in their academic, pr<strong>of</strong>essional, and personal growth.<br />
• Increase consistency amongst faculty in pedagogical practices, with room for varied<br />
styles in teaching.<br />
• Ensure constant program evaluation.<br />
• Include students in curriculum development and include their input on what fosters their<br />
reflection, analysis, and growth in terms <strong>of</strong> equity and diversity, and on what they believe<br />
constitutes ‘best practices’ regarding pedagogy at the <strong>School</strong>.<br />
• Include input from field educators and community members.