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Exploring Positionality in the Classroom Across Disciplines

Oct 16, 2024 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Registration Deadline: Oct 16, 2024 08:00 AM



This workshop will define positionality and invite participants to reflect on their own positionality (socio-historical location) in the classroom and its impact in shaping perspectives and interactions in the classroom, across all disciplines. Participants will have the opportunity to work through case studies through an exploration of how positionality affects interactions, decision-making, and biases. By the end of the session, participants will develop strategies for addressing and leveraging positionality in their teaching and cultivating a sense of belonging in the classroom.

Presenters: Nassisse Solomon and Menahal Latif

Note: Registration closes by 8:00AM on October 16th, 2024


This session qualifies as a Future Prof credit towards the Western Certificate in University Teaching & Learning.


Future Prof Series Description
These interactive seminars for future professors and professionals provide valuable insight into teaching and career-strategies across the disciplines. The workshops in this series are constantly evolving to meet the current interests of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.