Equity in action

Leveraging cross-faculty collaboration towards inclusive teaching practices

Abstract

This paper presents the creation of 'implementables': ready-to-implement teaching resources designed to nudge educators towards more inclusive approaches. It addresses the challenge of translating EDI theory into practice. Drawing on frameworks such as CDIO (Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate) and Advance HE’s EDI curriculum standards, our group mapped connections between effective learning design and inclusive pedagogical practices. This work highlights the significant overlap between principles of good pedagogy and inclusive teaching practice, and resulted in a resource, Equity in Action, consolidating practical, actionable examples and stretch goals for educators. The work underscores the importance of practical support for educators at varying levels of EDI expertise and advocates for ongoing, community-driven efforts to foster sustainable, meaningful change in higher education environments.