LAC Session Type
Plenary
Name
Equity-Centered Assessment: A Call to Action for Libraries
Description

Equity-centered assessment places equity at the core of both the process and the product of our assessment work. In this keynote, we will embark on a dynamic exploration of how assessment can be transformed to actively dismantle inequities. Together, we'll examine key insights from over 500 higher education professionals who are navigating the complexities of integrating equity into their assessment practices. With a particular focus on the role libraries can play in closing equity gaps in educational outcomes, we'll delve into actionable strategies to advance equity at individual, organizational, and systemic levels—while confronting the barriers that persist. This session invites you to not only reimagine what’s possible but to lead the way in creating equitable learning environments through intentional, data-informed, and equity-centered practices.