Name: Learning Student Names and How to Pronounce Them: Tips and Canvas Features
Start: 2026-08-25T12:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-08-25T12:30:00-05:00
Location: Zoom

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Learning student names is one of the most effective ways to create an inclusive and effective classroom environment, but for many of us learning names and getting the pronunciation correct is hard. In this session, we’ll introduce a new Canvas feature where students can share their name pronunciation. Then drawing on insights from a recently published book by cognitive scientist and educational developer Michelle Miller, A Teacher’s Guide to Learning Student Names, we will share strategies and offer resources to help you effectively learn your students’ names this semester.

If you have questions about this Virtual Conversation, contact Natalie Monzyk.

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