1. Developing inclusive curriculum – the implications for policy and practice 11 December 2012 Kath Bridger BSV Associates Ltd

2. 2 Workshop focus Developing an inclusive curriculum for all students Creating a dynamic, accessible and inclusive learning and teaching environment and culture

3. BSV Associates Ltd 3 What does this mean? Why do we want to develop an inclusive curriculum for all students? What do we mean by this? Whose responsibility is it?

4. BSV Associates Ltd 4 Why is it desirable? To inspire and enable all our students to become autonomous, independent academic inquirers who are able to achieve their potential and the best degree outcomes To enable academic staff to effectively share their knowledge and expertise and develop their professional practice To enhance the reputation and academic credibility of the university

5. BSV Associates Ltd 5 What is it? Modified provision – making special arrangements to support individual students within the existing system Alternative provision – arrangements within the curriculum for particular students Inclusive provision – flexible and anticipatory arrangements within the curriculum to support all students to succeed

6. BSV Associates Ltd 6 Continuum of approach ModifiedAlternativeInclusive Typology of learning and teaching provision

7. BSV Associates Ltd 7 Inclusive learning and teaching Avoids pigeonholing students Takes a coherent approach which is anticipatory and proactive Involves the whole institution Incorporates regular reflection, review and refinement of strategies and methods

8. BSV Associates Ltd 8 Who is responsible? We all are! The institution through its strategy, policy, procedure and structures Individuals through the development, interpretation and delivery of those policies, procedures and professional practice

9. BSV Associates Ltd 9 Systemic and cultural shift Inclusive practice = Embedded = Part and parcel of the way an institution operates = The way in which people behave / their attitudes

10. BSV Associates Ltd 10 Developing inclusive practice Identify a focus, e.g. subject area; programme of study Work with particular groups of staff Identify those in a position to influence Work with champions and advocates Pilot activity, evaluate and promote Tailor your approach – what’s in it for me?

11. BSV Associates Ltd 11 HEA research findings In order to be successful, change is required at both institutional and individual level It is essential to build an evidence base from which to bring about change A multi method, tailored approach is necessary, involving different stakeholder groups across the institution, e.g. senior management; academic staff; support staff

12. BSV Associates Ltd 12 Developing inclusive practice It matters!