Publication Date

2025

Abstract

Creating community in the classroom is a way to develop co-ownership of classes with students, promote belonging, and create safe learning environments. Collaborative strategies may be employed before the first class meets through final exam week. This article describes specific collaborative strategies and discusses factors that may influence strategy selection.

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Creating Community in the Classroom through Co- Construction

Creating community in the classroom is a way to develop co-ownership of classes with students, promote belonging, and create safe learning environments. Collaborative strategies may be employed before the first class meets through final exam week. This article describes specific collaborative strategies and discusses factors that may influence strategy selection.