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Listen to students' experiences to learn how you can create a supportive environment.

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Learn from students’ stories about their interactions with their instructors and peers. When you realize you have contributed to a student’s negative experience: apologize, identify what you’ll do differently next time, and don’t try to justify your behavior. Example: "What in your classes makes you feel like you belong?" See this and related tips as a Tip Sheet: http://csteachingtips.org/tips-for-reducing-bias

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