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Making S.P.A.C.E. for Student Belonging: 5 Tips for Increasing Faculty and Staff Awareness and Agency

Foreword

Lumen Circles are asynchronous faculty professional development experiences that use virtual learning communities to connect faculty with peers, helping them refine their expertise as student-centered educators. Grounded in evidence-based teaching practices and self-reflection, Lumen Circles are designed to benefit faculty members across disciplines and career stages.

Dr. Iona Ringgold and Dr. […]

Looking Back at Lumen’s Participation in SXSW EDU Panel on Reimagined STEM Courseware

By: Daysha Jackson-Sanchez, Vice President of Equity Solutions

Reflecting on the conversations that have profoundly impacted my thinking this year, one in particular has persistently occupied my thoughts: the SXSW EDU panel, “Reimagined STEM Courseware: Equity-Centered Digital Learning.” For the second consecutive year, I had the privilege […]

Enhancing Inclusivity Through Pedagogical Partnerships: Valuing Students’ Diverse Experiences

By: Daysha Jackson-Sanchez, Vice President of Equity Solutions (Lumen Learning)

As an advocate for inclusivity and equity within our educational community, I am excited to discuss a powerful approach to help us achieve this goal: pedagogical partnerships. Originating from the work of Alison Cook-Sather, pedagogical partnerships involve collaborative relationships between […]

Visiting Lumen One’s Faculty Engagement Center Can Result in Higher Quiz Scores

Students whose instructors regularly visit the Faculty Engagement Center achieve statistically significantly higher quiz scores than students whose instructors do not.

Instructors play the primary role in improving student success. You decide how in-class time is used, what kinds of activities and assessments students will engage with, […]

Embracing Global Diversity in Education: A Reflection on Global Diversity Awareness Month

Celebrating diversity is an essential aspect of recognizing and appreciating the rich tapestry of human experiences and perspectives. Global Diversity Awareness Month serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty and strength that stems from our differences. Our global diversity influences our lives in numerous ways, shaping our values, beliefs, and […]

Exploring Lumen One: A Deeper Look at the First Equity-Centered Courseware

By: Dr. David Wiley, Co-founder and Chief Academic Officer, Lumen Learning

Lumen is deeply committed to eliminating race, income, and gender as predictors of student success in US higher education. Each and every student, regardless of their race, income, or gender, is capable of succeeding when they are supported effectively. And at Lumen, we […]

Elevating Student Voice: Belonging in College

By: Daysha Jackson-Sanchez, Vice President of Equity Solutions

Welcome to the kickoff of our enlightening webinar series on college student belonging! In an era where higher education is evolving unprecedentedly, creating an inclusive environment that empowers every student is more crucial than ever. We are thrilled to bring you a series of […]

Lumen Learning Launches Latest Product Focused on Supporting First Generation and Minority Students in Higher Education

Lumen One is the first courseware built with equity in mind that leverages innovative technology and machine learning to uniquely understand and support minority student populations.

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 12, 2023 / — Today, Lumen Learning, the leading provider of higher education teaching and learning materials focused on improving student outcomes and removing race and […]

Lumen Learning Participates in SXSW EDU Panel on Equity-Centered Research

By: Daysha Jackson-Sanchez, Vice President of Equity Solutions

Last month, I participated in a panel at SXSW EDU, titled “Equity-Centered Research for Innovative Courseware” where I was joined by moderator, Felice Nudelman, Associate Vice President of Academic Innovation and Transformation at AASCU, and fellow panelists Ángel López, Design Director at Blink UX and […]

Lumen Learning receives grant from Massachusetts Department of Higher Education to make courseware available at no cost

Through a grant of up to $600,000 in support of Massachusetts Department of Higher Education’s Digital Textbooks and Material Pilot, seven institutions will have access to Lumen’s digital learning materials at no cost through June 30th, including:

Bunker Hill Community College
Northern Essex Community College
Roxbury Community College
Springfield Technical Community College
Fitchburg State University

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