About Higher Education Anti-Racist Teaching (H.E.A.R.T.) Podcast
The Higher Education Anti-Racist Teaching (H.E.A.R.T.) Podcast focuses on elevating our learning about equitable teaching at colleges and universities. The podcast is hosted by Dr. Milagros Castillo-Montoya. In some seasons, the podcast is co-hosted with doctoral students (Omar Romandia, Truth Hunter, and others).
Cultivating Belonging and Trust: Equity-Minded Teaching with Dr. Bryan Dewsbury
In this episode of the H.E.A.R.T. Podcast, Dr. Bryan Dewsbury joins Dr. Milagros Castillo-Montoya and Omar Romandia to explore the critical role of trust and belonging in equity-minded teaching. Drawing from his co-authored book, The Norton Guide to Equity-Minded Teaching, Dr. Dewsbury shares practical strategies for moving beyond transactional teaching models to create humanizing and inclusive learning environments.
He challenges the “tyranny of coverage” in curriculum design, advocating for a shift from rote memorization to critical thinking, dialogue, and skills development. This conversation offers actionable insights to help educators build trust, foster belonging, and create classroom spaces where all students can thrive.
Join us for this thought-provoking discussion on transforming teaching practices to support meaningful student engagement.
31 Jan 2025
Active Learning & Trust-Building in the Classroom
In this episode of the H.E.A.R.T. Podcast, Dr. Xinnian Chen and Dr. Mark Graham discuss the importance of trust in student engagement and buy-in, particularly for STEM education. They highlight the transformative power of human connection in fostering meaningful learning outcomes and discuss the critical role of non-cognitive aspects of learning in classroom success.
Dr. Chen shares her journey in integrating active learning while addressing the “content monster” and emphasizes the lasting impact of human connections in the classroom.
Dr. Graham reflects on his work with high-achieving students and how those experiences shaped his approach to trust-building and engagement for undergraduate STEM education.
This conversation provides educators with actionable strategies to create inclusive, supportive environments that enhance student learning and well-being.
Join us for this inspiring dialogue about the transformative power of trust in education.
8 Nov 2024
Centering Equity-Mindedness in Antiracist Teaching (Part 2)
In this episode, we continue our conversation on equity-mindedness and how it can advance antiracist and equitable teaching in the classroom. Our guests Dr. Pallavi Limaye, Assistant Professor in Residence at the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Connecticut, Dr. Saran Stewart, Director of Academic Affairs and Associate Professor of Higher Education and Student Affairs at the University of Connecticut, Dr. Román Liera, Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership at Montclair State University, and Dr. Becky Norton, Professor in the Science & Mathematics Department at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, share their perspectives on how equity-minded inquiry that can lead to changing teaching practices. We delve into the reality that, just as students, educators themselves can also constantly learn, take in information, and make necessary changes to improve their teaching and ultimately their students’ learning outcomes. Yet, such efforts require lots of time and an ecosystem of support. We end with advice from our guests about being courageous, self-reflective, and creative in order to make learning more equitable for students.
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