Disability in the Classroom: Flexibility, Inclusivity, and Accessibility
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How do you teach so that all students can succeed? In this workshop with UMass grad student Rebekah Kristal, we will explore flexible course design, maximizing available resources, and advocating for students’ needs. You’ll leave with practical strategies for creating inclusive, accessible classrooms – whether you're a TA or an instructor.
Part of the Teaching Academy, a series of pedagogical workshops for ALL UMass grad students and postdocs!
Rebekah Kristal (she/her) is a 3rd-year PhD student in the Biostatistics Department in the School of Public Health and Health Sciences, where she has worked as a graduate TA for the past 4 semesters. She graduated from Brandeis University in 2023 with a B.S. in Applied Mathematics and History, with a minor in Chemistry. Through her own journey navigating higher education with a chronic illness, she became passionate about giving back through Student Accessibility Support, where she served as a peer support mentor for three years. Her graduate research focuses on women’s health and health equity through a quantitative lens. Outside of the classroom, she loves cooking, fiber arts, and nature walks with friends.
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