In the constantly and rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, it is important to seek opportunities for continuous evaluation and improvement. The equity review tool is designed for educators striving to create more validating and affirming learning experiences and environments for students who are Black, Latino, Indigenous, poverty-affected, first-generation, non-male-identifying, LGBTQIA+, and\/or disabled. To do this well, it is critical to understand the intersectionality of these identities and how that may affect a student\u2019s experience.<\/p>\n
One important aspect of creating a more validating learning environment is ensuring that the instructional materials being used in college courses are conceptualized and constructed leveraging equity-minded competencies and processes. Using this tool, educators will be able to develop and evaluate their resources and the language they use to ensure they are asset-based and supportive of a more equitable teaching and learning process.<\/p>\n