Inclusion Techniques for Team Practices in HCI

Abstract

In tech, women and people of color consistently report being ignored, devalued, and perceived as less competent than men. But if all members of diverse teams do not feel valued and connected, team performance and innovation are undermined. This course introduces practices that interrupt bias and negative interactions while ensuring all are heard during working meetings. We cover effective techniques to structure participation in working team meetings and guide decisions and feedback so all are heard. These techniques arm HCI professionals who are leaders or facilitators, and academics guiding student teams, with ways to ensure inclusion.