Constructing Educational Possibilities Through Student Pedagogy Advocates for Faculty Teaching and Development

• In Event: Faculty Development Practices to Improve Diversity and Inclusion

Abstract

We explore intersections educational possibilities through a Student Pedagogy Advocates (SPA) program. The SPA program is a development opportunity where faculty are paired with undergraduate students serving as a pedagogical partner. As the student partners are experienced learners, students act as liaisons for students enrolled in the course. We strive to break down longstanding power hierarchies by demonstrating how students can provide insights into the teaching and learning environment at a university and track and support efforts to establish more equitable and inclusive classroom learning environments. Through diary methodology, we examine the effects of the program on both student and instructors participating and how teaching practices and approaches change to support more equitable and inclusive learning environments.

Authors

• Janelle Grant-Ashbaugh, Grand Valley State University

• Daniel Guberman, Purdue University

• Chantal Levesque-Bristol, Purdue University

• Emily Bonem, Purdue University

• Brooke Harris-Thomas, University of Michigan - Dearborn

• Kal Holder, Purdue University