Student Voice Inventory

The Student Voice Inventory is an initiative designed to help faculty understand the dynamics of student participation in their classes. During a class session, a neutral observer will catalog each interaction between students and the instructor, focusing on who contributes, how often, and the depth of their engagement. Through collaboration with Institutional Research, the information gathered will be disaggregated so that representation of different student groups can be analyzed. This inventory provides insight into patterns of engagement, allowing faculty to reflect on the inclusiveness of their teaching environment. For example, you might find that the front of the room is more likely to participate than the back of the room or you are asking full-time students more follow-up questions.

By analyzing their classroom interactions, faculty can make informed adjustments to foster a more inclusive and balanced environment where all voices are heard. This initiative aligns with the college's commitment to equity and enhances the students’ overall educational experience.

1. Faculty will sign up for the Student Voice Inventory for Spring 2025.

2. A CETAL representative and faculty will schedule a meeting to discuss logistics and faculty objectives for the inventory. Items discussed will include:

   1. Review Equip, the observation tool.

   2. Discuss which discourse dimensions will be tracked. This will be established based on faculty priorities and objectives. Possible dimensions include:

      1. Length of discourse

      2. Types of questions

      3. Complexity of the questions

      4. Solicitation method

   3. Choose date and class for inventory observation.

3. On the chosen date, neutral observer will observe the entire class.

4. Within 2 weeks of the observed class, the CETAL representative and faculty member will meet to discuss the data collected during the observation.

*Participants will receive 2 CETAL workshop clock hours towards lane movement. 

To participate in the Student Voice Inventory, submit this form. You are encouraged to sign up by February 13, even if your observation will take place later on in the semester.

Student Voice Inventory Registration