Proposal Title
The Controversial Uncontroversial Topic: Using Preferred Names and Correct Pronouns in the Classroom
Proposal Type
Individual Presentation
Location
Olscamp 208
Start Date
21-10-2017 3:45 PM
End Date
21-10-2017 5:00 PM
Abstract
This workshop addresses frequently asked questions—gathered from my experience and research—and provides activities that instructors can use. During this workshop, we will also develop ideas and activities together that promote using preferred names and correct pronouns. In addition, I will also discuss my experience with a collaborative Google Document.
The Controversial Uncontroversial Topic: Using Preferred Names and Correct Pronouns in the Classroom
Olscamp 208
This workshop addresses frequently asked questions—gathered from my experience and research—and provides activities that instructors can use. During this workshop, we will also develop ideas and activities together that promote using preferred names and correct pronouns. In addition, I will also discuss my experience with a collaborative Google Document.
Proposal
Recently, many colleges and universities are allowing students to use and change preferred names and pronouns on campus records and documents as well as learning management systems (LMS). These changes, it seems, have arisen from the continued threats to and mistreatment of trans* individuals culturally. However, not all universities have instituted these policies, and even those who incorporate these policies face resistance from some students. While Wayne State University has implemented a preferred name policy through its LMS, this change does not address pronunciation of names, and correct pronouns and what they are. This workshop addresses frequently asked questions --gathered from my experience and research-- and provides activities that instructors can use. During this workshop, we will also develop ideas and activities together that promote using preferred names and correct pronouns throughout the semester. In addition, I have created a Google Document that the audience may use and critique (through comments or e-mail) outside of the workshop, and I will also discuss my experience with this collaboration with many others as well.