Fostering an atmosphere of belonging and inclusion in the classroom is one of the seminal roles of Cornell faculty members. The Cornell Center for Teaching Innovation offers several courses for inclusive teaching in diverse classrooms, covering a range of subjects and equity issues:

• Teaching & Learning in the Diverse Classroom – A four-week, self-paced online course for anyone with teaching responsibilities at Cornell, at any level of diversity expertise. Modules cover strategies for inclusive course design, social identity and self-reflection, and pedagogical practices that support student engagement and a sense of belonging across difference.
• Faculty Institute for Diversity – A three-day program that focuses on developing inclusive pedagogies that support co-learning, power-sharing, and dialogue practices.
• Building Connections with Dialogue – A professional development opportunity offered through the Intergroup Dialogue Project. This program offers participants a variety of tools, processes, and frameworks to develop more equitable educational strategies and support dialogue among colleagues and students.

All Cornell faculty are encouraged to develop their continuing education in equity and inclusivity.

The following resources can provide additional support for faculty engaging in challenging conversations specific to racism, antisemitism, and Islamophobia.

Resources for Conversations on Racism

Resources for Conversations on Antisemitism

Resources for Conversations on Islamophobia