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Join Sage authors for webinars that support diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom

Designed for various levels of faculty and students, these engaging webinars will help you learn more about our authors, textbooks, and initiatives with a focus on DEI. Tune in for insights to help encourage open, inclusive classroom conversations about highly sensitive topics facing society today. 


Recent Webinars


image of Sage Authors William A. Howe and Penelope L. Lisi

How to Design and Deliver an Authentic Course in Multicultural Education

  • Speakers: William A. Howe, PhD, with over 45 years of experience as an educator and professional staff developer from elementary grades to higher education in Canada and the US, and Penelope L. Lisi, PhD, professor emerita at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU)
  • Date: Nov. 2023
  • Duration: 1 hour

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There is a growing need to prepare teachers to work with diverse populations of students in a way that is not just theoretical, but readily applicable. Yet multiple studies have shown that far too few college-level education classes are preparing students to be authentic multicultural educators.

Sage authors William A. Howe and Penelope L. Lisi, each who have taught multicultural education for over 30 years, will reflect on their experience and outline the critical aspects in both creating and teaching these courses...more.


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Deconstructing Barbie: Using Pop Culture to Teach Sociology and Gender Courses

  • Speaker: Robyn Ryle, PhD, professor of sociology and gender studies at Hanover College in Hanover, Indiana
  • Date: Oct. 2023
  • Duration: 1 hour

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Feminists, gender scholars, and sociologists have always had a lot to say about Barbie, the doll turned global brand. The release of this year’s top-grossing movie, Barbie, has given new life to these debates. The film and all the conversations around it provide a perfect way to illustrate a wide range of concepts in sociology...more.


Photo of SAGE authors and webinar presenters Lisa DeFrank-Cole and Sherylle J. Tan

Unpacking Issues of Second-Generation Gender Bias:
A Necessary Topic for the Leadership Classroom

  • Speakers: Dr. Lisa DeFrank-Cole, professor and director of Leadership Studies at West Virginia University (WVU), and Sherylle J. Tan, PhD, developmental psychologist and director of Internships and KLI Research at the Kravis Leadership Institute at Claremont McKenna College
  • Date: March 2023
  • Duration: 1 hour

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Leadership researchers who initially studied gender differences questioned whether or not women could lead. With that debate settled, it is clear that many women lead quite successfully. Since then, many scholars have investigated what holds women back, especially from the most senior leader roles. Recent research shows that women are experiencing second-generation gender bias which plays a part...more.


photo of SAGE author Krisstal D. Clayton

Accessibility for Every Brain:
Tips for Facilitating a Neurodiverse Classroom featuring Krisstal D. Clayton

  • Speaker: Krisstal D. Clayton, PhD, clinical professor, director of undergraduate programs, and associate chair of academics for the Department of Psychology at the University of North Texas
  • Date: February 2023
  • Duration: 1 hour

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This webinar, led by author and professor Krisstal D. Clayton, PhD, provides an introduction to neurodiversity in the classroom and how restructuring your syllabus, assignments, and course materials can enhance everyone's learning. Tips focus on providing all students with a more accessible learning environment that includes ADA compliance, flexibility, clear instructions, and team-building...more.


photo of SAGE author Michàlle E. Mor Barak

Classroom Conversations on DEI in a Global Context:
5 Common Questions Students Ask about DEI And How to Engage Students in Productive Conversations

  • Speaker: Michàlle E. Mor Barak, PhD, Dean Endowed Professor of Social Work and Business at the University of Southern California (USC) with a joint appointment at the Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work and the Marshall School of Business
  • Date: November 2022
  • Duration: 1 hour

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Led by Professor and Sage author Michàlle E. Mor Barak, this webinar focused on the advantages of applying a global lens to teaching diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Participants examined five common questions students ask about DEI and explored research that supports the benefits of DEI in organizations...more.