As part of the Dialogue Across Difference (DxD) initiative and building from the spring workshops, the Office for the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and the Center for Teaching and Learning will host a series of faculty professional development workshops designed for faculty to have more hands-on experiences addressing ways to run more effective classrooms. It is recommended to take all three workshops, though not mandatory, as each workshop is designed to stand alone and will be led by a lecturer in SPS’s Negotiation and Conflict Resolution program.
Led by Jenny Besch, the second workshop is designed to explore specific strategies and tactics to de-escalate behaviors that may disrupt learning in the classroom. Faculty will learn techniques for effectively managing classroom interactions among students and between students and faculty. These skills will be especially important during discussions on sensitive or "hot" topics, helping to create a more inclusive environment for all students.