Equity in collaborative learning

Interactions in the physics classroom are shaped by society's perspectives on race/ethnicity and gender, which can put traditionally underserved groups at a disadvantage.
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6 Lessons
Episode: Soft bed Open Source Tutorials
Should I choose physics tasks that connect to everyday life? Promoting equity Pressure Small-group discussion STEM-wide audiences ✓ University of Maryland
Episode: Scratched Open Source Tutorials
How can instructors avoid reinforcing social stereotypes? Promoting equity Newton's laws Instructor interaction, Small-group discussion STEM-wide audiences ✓ University of Maryland
Episode: Sparks Open Source Tutorials
What is there to learn from students that don't talk much? Attending to student ideas Electrostatics Small-group discussion STEM-wide audiences ✓ University of Maryland
Episode: If you disagree Tutorials in Introductory Physics
What are some of the gender dynamics that occur in science classes? Promoting equity Newton's laws Small-group discussion STEM-wide audiences ✓ Seattle Pacific University
Episode: Pinewood derby Tutorials in Introductory Physics
Do students connect inclined-plane problems to real experiences? Kinematics Small-group discussion STEM-wide audiences ✓ Western Washington University
Episode: Keep arguing University Modeling Instruction
How can I assess group work in a way that is equitable? Promoting equity Instructor interaction, Whole-class discussion STEM-wide audiences ✓ Florida International University