Science For All: Engineering Structural Equity in the Biology Lab

Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 8:45 AM–9:45 AM CDT

Cumberland I/J

Session Description

Move beyond surface-level representation! Learn how to use a structured equity rubric to audit experiments and curricula for linguistic and cultural barriers, integrating WIDA standards and scaffolded inquiry to increase agency for ALL biology students!

Session Category

JEDI / Inclusive Teaching Practices

Primary Presenter

Kirsten Salonga, Virginia Association of Science Teachers

City

Alexandria

State

Virginia

Co-Presenters

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