DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATION OF AN ONLINE TRAINING MODULE ON RACE, ETHNICITY AND CULTURE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION INSTRUCTORS

Authors

  • Vana Chiou Department of Geography, University of the Aegean, Greece orcid.org/0000-0003-1594-4496
  • Maria Aleksandrovich Department of Psychology, Pomeranian University in Slupsk, Poland orcid.org/0000-0003-2374-4195

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejoe.v10i2.6022

Keywords:

instructional design, evaluation, training module, race, ethnicity, culture, cultural awareness, culturally responsive teaching, higher education

Abstract

This paper presents the development and evaluation of an online training module titled “Race, Ethnicity, and Culture”, designed as part of the Erasmus+ project “JoinMe2 – Promoting Inclusive Education at Tertiary Level” (2020–2023). The module aims to enhance higher education instructors' cultural awareness and to support the implementation of culturally responsive teaching (CRT) practices in university classrooms. Using the ADDIE instructional design model, the module was developed through a structured, evidence-based process involving needs assessment, module design, content development, pilot testing with instructors from six European countries, and evaluation. Evaluation data from 30 participants indicated overall satisfaction with the module’s structure and content, while some technical and content-related issues were also noted. Based on participants’ feedback and suggestions, the module was revised, and refinements were made to improve it. The findings highlight the potential of the online training module to support professional development in diversity issues at a tertiary level.

 

Author Biographies

  • Vana Chiou, Department of Geography, University of the Aegean, Greece orcid.org/0000-0003-1594-4496

    Dr. Vana Chiou, is Faculty member (Laboratory Teaching Staff) at the Department of Geography, University of the Aegean (Greece). Her research interests include contemporary methods of teaching, assessment, teacher training, and inclusion in education. She is a co-editor of the book series “Voices from the Classroom” (Waxman Publications). Her published work includes editing books, chapters in books and articles in Greek and international journals. She has been a participant in and co-coordinator of different European projects.

    Email: b.xiou@aegean.gr

  • Maria Aleksandrovich, Department of Psychology, Pomeranian University in Slupsk, Poland orcid.org/0000-0003-2374-4195

    Maria Aleksandrovic is a Deputy Director of the Institute of Pedagogy and Psychology for Education and Student Affairs and Head of the Department of Psychology at Pomeranian University in Słupsk, Poland. With over 15 years of leadership and 25 years of teaching experience, she specializes in courses such as Developmental Psychology, Psychology of Gifted and Talented, Psychology of Individual Differences, and Psychology of Dance. Her research focuses on Developmental Psychology, particularly supporting children's growth through creativity and movement. She is a level III trainer of Veronica Sherborne Developmental Movement and has authored numerous scholarly works, including a monograph, textbooks, and peer-reviewed articles. She has also actively participated in and co-coordinated various European projects. She is a member of multiple professional organizations, including APA, ISSBD, ISSID, CORD, SDR, ATEE, IPIE, WCGTC, and ECHA. Her mission is to foster psychological knowledge and practice through education, research, and service.

    Email: maria.aleksandrovich@upsl.edu.pl

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2025-05-16

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