Pedagogies for Diverse Learners

Pedagogies for Diverse Learners: Tools for Discovery and Development provides profiles of diverse learners and the specific learning and teaching strategies needed to raise student academic achievement, honor students identities, and support students sense of belonging and wellbeing. During the pandemic and the pivot to online learning, many students attending K-12 and higher education experienced learning loss and gaps in their education. Ten key overarching pedagogies for diverse learners address how to maximize student engagement in learning, develop nurturing and trustworthy relationships, and raise student achievement for high school and undergraduate and graduate college students. Pedagogies for Diverse Learnersincludes ethical learning and teaching practices, such as the right to be seen and appreciated, as well as academic achievement due to students expectations and actual experiences of success. Strategies to recognize and value diverse student identities, experiences, and preferred ways of learning appear throughout the book. Tools for Discovery and Development involves diverse learners in the study of difference, and ways to integrate their culture and experiences as a strength to support their academic success. Strategies to recognize and value diverse student identities, experiences, and preferred ways of learning appear throughout the book.