Tools and Resources

Words are a powerful tool, and we strongly support the quest for knowledge in using inclusive language. The provides insight and understanding to many commonly used terms that are not always universally understood.

Ìý – MP Associates, Center for Assessment and Policy Development, and World Trust Educational Services, 2020

Pronoun Resource Guide

Sharing pronouns on campus, in meetings and online, has become increasingly visible. The Pronoun Resource Guide will help you understand why it is important, and how you can participate in this inclusive practice.

ÌýPronoun Resource Guide

Self-Paced Learning

CU on Coursera | Anti-Racism I

Anti-Racism I is an introduction to the topic of race and racism in the United States. The primary audience for this course is anyone who is interested in learning about race/racism in the US who has never taken a course in critical race or ethnic studies or affiliated fields (indeed, who may not know what the fields of critical race studies or ethnic studies are), who has never read a book about race/racism, or attended any race equity or diversity trainings on the topic of race/racism.

Location: Online through CU on Coursera

CU on Coursera is a suite of over 150 online courses taught by faculty from across the University of Colorado. Accessed through , these courses are available at no cost to faculty, staff, students, and alumni from all four campuses and the system offices.

Duration: Approx 21 hours to complete, start instantly and learn at your own schedule

Cost: no cost

Instructor(s): Shawn O'Neal,ÌýEthnic Studies andÌýJennifer Ho,ÌýEthnic Studies

How to access CU on Coursera for Faculty and Staff

  1. Log on to your campus portal ().
  2. Open theÌýCU Resources dropdown menuÌýand selectÌýTraining.
  3. Click theÌýCU onÌýCourseraÌýtile.
  4. On theÌýCU on CourseraÌýhome page, clickÌýJoin for Free.
  5. Click theÌýLog in the University of ColoradoÌýbutton.
  6. Select your campus and then log in using your CU credentials.

CU on Coursera | Inclusive Leadership

Do you want to promote diversity and inclusion? This course will empower and equip you to interact effectively with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds. Our definition of diversity refers to gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexuality, age, ability, religion, family composition, and diversity of thought, among other categories. You will learn how highly inclusive leaders use processes of social influence to help everyone feel valued and respected for their unique skills and experiences. And, you will deepen your understanding of the benefits of diversity.

You will study signature traits of inclusive leadership and how to apply them. You will deepen your self-awareness to enhance your strengths and identify areas to improve. You will develop your ability to create contexts where individuals have a strong sense of belonging. You will explore traditional and timely topics -- from listening, feedback, and collaboration, to privilege, implicit bias, and microaggressions. This course is valuable for current or aspiring leaders in ANY type of workplace -- in formal or informal roles -- who seek to achieve ANY type of goal. You will gain a wealth of perspectives and practices to help you cultivate inclusion to promote the power of diversity.

Location: Online through CU on Coursera

CU on Coursera is a suite of over 150 online courses taught by faculty from across the University of Colorado. Accessed through , these courses are available at no cost to faculty, staff, students, and alumni from all four campuses and the system offices.

Duration: Approx 21 hours to complete, start instantly and learn at your own schedule

Cost: No cost

Instructor(s): Brenda J. Allen,ÌýProfessor Emerita,ÌýCommunication

How to access CU on Coursera for Faculty and Staff

  1. Log on to your campus portal ().
  2. Open theÌýCU Resources dropdown menuÌýand selectÌýTraining.
  3. Click theÌýCU onÌýCourseraÌýtile.
  4. On theÌýCU on CourseraÌýhome page, clickÌýJoin for Free.
  5. Click theÌýLog in the University of ColoradoÌýbutton.
  6. Select your campus and then log in using your CU credentials.

Anti-Racism Community of Practice

Join the Center for Teaching and LearningÌýin the Inclusive Communities of Practice on Canvas to access this self-directed course with focused readings and reflections.Ìý