Diversity and inclusion are becoming more and more common in boardrooms, executive suites and C-suites around the globe. They have been transformed from mere phrases or promises to become reality.
The meetings might focus on the company but it is important to remember that decisions made in these meetings affect everyone, from the employees to the shareholders to the economy. These meetings are highly planned, and follow the rules and protocols (such as Robert’s Rules of Order).
Boardrooms are designed to accommodate smaller groups of people. They typically accommodate 8 to 20 people at an enormous table, which allows face-to-face discussions and encourages unity. The best furniture and equipment such as the latest audiovisual systems and teleconferencing capabilities assist in creating the necessary atmosphere for productive collaboration.
Discussion boards are an excellent way to get students involved and help them understand the connection between classroom learning and external perspectives. To encourage student participation instructors can begin by asking icebreaker questions that make students familiar with their classmates and their responses. Speer, at Wichita State, asks her students to make an emoji-based chain to express their personality and their interests. Students then read the responses of their peers and then reply. Students are encouraged to be attentive to the entire discussion if you summarize a discussion and highlight key concepts and themes.