An Analysis of LGBTQ+ Courses: Recommendations for Developing Content for LGBTQ+ Individuals and Allies in Academia
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Minneapolis, MN
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August 23, 2022
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June 26, 2022
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June 29, 2022
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- Page Count
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7
- DOI
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10.18260/1-2--41169
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https://peer.asee.org/41169
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358
Paper Authors
Secil Akinci-Ceylan Iowa State University of Science and Technology
Secil Akinci-Ceylan is a PhD student in the School of Education at Iowa State University.
Rocio Chavela Guerra Rowan University
Dr. Rocío Chavela Guerra is a Visiting Research Professor in the department of Experiential Engineering Education at Rowan University. She is passionate about bringing together professional communities and promoting student and faculty development. In her prior role, she served as Director of Education and Career Development at the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), and as headquarters liaison to ASEE’s Commission on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Rocío holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Education from Purdue University, and B.S. and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Universidad de las Americas, Puebla (UDLAP) in Mexico. Prior to joining ASEE, Rocío served as a faculty member at UDLAP’s chemical and food engineering department, and as a graduate fellow at the U.S. National Academy of Engineering’s Center for the Advancement of Scholarship on Engineering Education (CASEE).
Stephanie Farrell Rowan University
Stephanie Farrell is Professor and Founding Head of the Department of Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) in the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering at Rowan University. Stephanie is past president of the American Society for Engineering Education and serves as 2021-2022 IFEES President-Elect.
Abstract
This work-in-progress paper examines four free online courses addressing LGBTQ+ topics and issues and provides recommendations for creating new content and resources for allies in higher education. This exploratory work is guided by the following questions: What free LGBTQ+ courses are available for learners and educators? What content do these courses cover? What are the overlaps among these courses and what new strategies could be adopted when developing new LGBTQ+ resources for people in academia? The scope of this paper explores the content and instructional strategies of courses offered on Coursera, a massive open online course (MOOC) platform. Our preliminary findings indicate that the courses offer many insights and strategies for becoming an ally, fostering inclusive environments, and showing up for LGBTQ+ students; however, they put a smaller emphasis on LGBTQ+ academics and their experiences. Based on these findings, recommendations for educators and course developers are suggested.
Akinci-Ceylan, S., & Chavela Guerra, R., & Farrell, S. (2022, August), An Analysis of LGBTQ+ Courses: Recommendations for Developing Content for LGBTQ+ Individuals and Allies in Academia Paper presented at 2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Minneapolis, MN. 10.18260/1-2--41169
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