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Each year college classrooms across the nation are becoming more diverse. However, many students report feeling subtle forms of bias in the classroom. Although there are no specific ways in which to respond to ethnic, gender, or cultural diversities, there are some strategies that may be helpful. First, it is important to recognize any stereotypes you as a teacher may support. Second, always remember to treat each student as an individual. Third, do your best to be sensitive to terminology. Fourth, get a sense of how your students feel about your class. Encourage them to come to you if any part of the class makes them uncomfortable. Finally, discuss issues of diversity with your colleagues. These discussions may present new ideas or make you aware of issues that had not yet occurred in your classes (Davis, B.G. Tools for Teaching).

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From our library--

Gaither, G.H. (2005). Minority retention: What works? San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Levine, A. (1989). Shaping higher education's future: Demographic realities and opportunities, 1990 - 2000. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Pearson, C.S., Shavlik, D.L., & Touchton, J.G. (1989). Educating the majority: Women challenge tradition in higher education. New York: ACE/MacMillan.

Swail, W.S. (2003). Retaining minority students in higher education: A framework for success. San Francisco: Wiley Company.

Wlodkowski, R., & Ginsberg, M. (1995). Diversity & motivation: Culturally responsive teaching. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

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Tomorrow's Professor: New Research on the Benefits of Diversity in College and Beyond