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Building an Anti-Ableist Learning Community in your Classroom In-Person
What does ableism look like in a classroom, and why does it often go unnoticed? Ableism — discrimination or bias against people with disabilities — is deeply embedded in academic traditions, so much so that it's rarely challenged or even seen. This workshop invites faculty to examine how these dynamics show up in our own classrooms, reflect on their impact on students, and develop anti-ableist approaches suited to our teaching contexts. Participants will leave with practical strategies, developed together with colleagues, for identifying and addressing ableism in their own courses. All Temple instructors and staff are welcome!
Facilitators: Dani O'Brien, Accessible Pedagogy Specialist, CAT; Elizabeth White Vidarte, Online Learning Specialist, CAT
This workshop is included in the Fundamentals of Teaching in Higher Education CAT Micro-Credential requirements (Access category) and the Digital Accessibility Champions Micro-Credential requirements. Learn how to earn a CAT Micro-Credential.
- Date:
- Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Time:
- 10:00am - 11:30am
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- TECH 109
- Location:
- Main Campus
- Categories:
- CAT Micro-Credential: Fundamentals of Teaching in Higher Ed Teaching & Pedagogy Workshop