How do we approach the most important questions of the day while cultivating a classroom climate conducive to open inquiry and engaged learning for all of us?
This site is part of The Open Door Pedagogy Network, or ODPN, that provides resources for learning, conversation, and growth around pedagogy in the CLA.
Members are CLA faculty of all ranks who are are available to their colleagues for informal conversations about teaching. Read more about the group and see the list of members here.
Academic Freedom in the Classroom
A proactive approach to protecting the discourse of the classroom means knowing your rights and responsibilities as a facilitator of free and open learning.
Faculty Academic Freedom
A CLA guide for faculty to learn about freedom of speech and academic freedom in the classroom.
Student Academic Freedom
Student academic freedom guide: Students have rights and responsibilities around free inquiry, too.
Relevant CSU Policies
CSU policies on classroom environments related to inclusion and academic freedom.
Can I say that in class?
A visual guide on how to handle controversial speech in the classroom.
Expertise and Advice
Consult with CLA colleagues on teaching, inclusive pedagogy, and something something with some more something something here.
Open Door Pedagogy Network
Faculty in every CLA department you can consult informally on classroom issues that arise.
CLA Expertise
A list of the expertise areas of all CLA’s researching faculty you can use to collaborate, learn, and connect.
Inclusive Learning Environments
The most important step in ensuring open inquiry and academic freedom is to create an inclusive, contextually rich environment for learning where students trust instructors to prioritize learning for every member of the classroom community.
Professional Development
Find opportunities at CSU to enhance your teaching all students.
Resources and Readings
Browse this curated collection to develop your knowledge of inclusive, open inquiry.
Classroom Strategies
Activities and resources for “disagreeing better” and managing complex dynamics in the classroom.