Toolkits and strategies to decolonise psychology curriculum by

Twinning programmes

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:26:31 UTC

Build twinning programmes with scholars/lecturers worldwide to exchange knowledge and work on joint research projects.

Guest lectures

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:26:50 UTC

Host guests from diverse cultures and backgrounds to speak as part of the course lectures. Not exclusive to guest researchers or lecturers.

Rethinking assessments

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:27:13 UTC

Designing assessments that incorporate different perspectives and allow for diverse forms of expression, such as oral presentations, creative projects, and written assignments (authentic assessment)

Alternative reading lists

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:27:35 UTC

Lists of alternative readings that challenge traditional narratives in the curriculum. The lists would be clearly labelled according to research areas/topics.

Anti-racism and empathy cards

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:30:27 UTC

Publish anti-racism cards for individual use or team meetings, each featuring a prompt to encourage inclusive behaviours.

A list of non-Western scientists

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:31:12 UTC

A list of lead scientists worldwide, their research areas, and contact information.

A bank of measurement scales

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:31:39 UTC

A bank of measurement scales that have been developed or used by non-White researchers.

Reflection questions

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:34:17 UTC

A list of questions to evaluate the curriculum inclusiveness and suggested adaptations accordingly.

Modelling the marking process

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:40:55 UTC

Conduct live or recorded sessions demonstrating the marking process to ensure transparency and address students' concerns about bias.

Peer teaching

2397358y — 2024-08-10 17:46:03 UTC

Implement peer teaching and group discussions to foster dialogue that values a wide range of perspectives in the classroom.

Student Advisory Panel

2024-08-12 19:23:07 UTC

A panel of student volunteers with lived experience to help answer questions or test out ideas

Inclusive language guide

2024-08-12 19:23:54 UTC

A guide by an accrediting body (like the BPS) outlining appropriate language and terminology

Videos : The Importance and Strengths of a Decolonised Education

2397358y — 2024-08-14 05:52:58 UTC

Share videos with staff and students to define decolonisation and explain the importance of challenging traditional narratives, incorporating diverse voices, and reshaping educational content to reflect a broader range of experiences and histories.

Scaffolding Readings + Guiding Questions

2718809s — 2024-08-19 13:53:01 UTC

Share templates to help students develop critical thinking and examining bias in course material as skills.

Problem-Based Learning

2718809s — 2024-08-19 14:11:37 UTC

Use real-world problems that require diverse solutions and perspectives. Involve community-based learning projects that engage with local and global communities.