Inclusive learning and teaching is the intentional development of approaches that support all our students to thrive. This is a foundation for quality teaching in general; our teaching is only fit for purpose if it works for the diverse range of students at our institutions and treats them all like they matter. Rather than an end goal, inclusion is a mindset which promotes critical thinking and cultural transformation.
We recognise the many different roles that directly and indirectly interact with the student experience. This framework is relevant to anyone, in any role, who has input into student learning, student outcomes, and/or the student experience in any shape or form.
The framework is part of the Essential Frameworks for Enhancing Student Success series.
Does your institution need support to develop your inclusive learning and teaching approach?
Rather than positioning inclusion and quality as competing priorities, an inclusive organisation should promote inclusion as the foundation for quality learning and teaching. It involves open, supportive dialogue between institutions, educators, and students. We work with you – understanding your context – to enhance your ways of working and learning.
Upcoming events
Teaching and Learning Conference 2024
Our flagship conference attracting HE practitioners involved in all aspects of HE teaching and learning from the UK and overseas.
Introduction to EDI in Teaching and Learning (Series 1)
Delegates will be introduced to different approaches and understandings of inclusive pedagogy, will build confidence in discussing issues of inclusion and equity, and be provided with opportunities to analyse and reflect on their own professional practice.
Inclusive and Equitable Assessment and Feedback (Series 1)
This two-part workshop from Advance HE will introduce the latest literature, practitioner learning, and sector insights to support participants develop their reflective and innovative practice.
Diversifying Leadership
Participants will explore concepts such as ‘authentic leadership’, allowing the self-identity of their own leadership style and role as a leader to emerge, as well considering their motivation and influences.
Inclusive Curriculum (Series 1)
This two-part workshop will introduce the latest sector learning, tools, and insights to support participants as they design new and improve existing curricula and teaching pedagogies.
Related resources
Student Needs Framework
The Student Needs Framework provides a foundation for considering the re-design of student support services across higher education providers. The project also includes case studies to illustrate how the Framework is being used in practice.
University of Salford - Inclusive structures driving transformational change: project outputs
This project explored cultural enablers that drive transformational change within the University of Salford. The findings are showcased through a range of digital assets providing an evidence base for members seeking to explore and embed inclusive culture transformation.
