Groups of diverse problem solvers can outperform groups of high-ability problem solvers

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Introduces a general framework for modeling functionally diverse problem-solving agents.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Research team performance

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

A blog post about how we can improve the creativity and performance of research teams

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Stopping Harassment and Assault

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

NSF’s statement on harassment and assault which includes requirements instructions on reporting misconduct.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

White Academia: Do Better

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The article outlines tangible actions white academics can take to support Black colleagues and students.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Safe fieldwork strategies for at-risk individuals, their supervisors and institutions

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Certain individuals are at higher risk for conflict and violence when they are in the field due to prejudice against their race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, and/or religion. This paper provides strategies for acknowledging and reducing the risk of conflict.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Field Code of Conduct

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS) has developed a sample code of conduct and bill of rights that can be modified for your field site.

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Codes of Conduct

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

A codes of conduct is a set of guidelines adopted by an organization to address which behaviors are expected and appropriate. All universities should have personal codes of conduct. This references introduces Codes of Conduct in general and gives instructions and samples for developing a Code of Conduct.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Elements of a Field Safety Plan

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

UC Santa Barbara lists key elements of a field safety plan with links to other resources, including a field safety plan template.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Silence Is Never Neutral; Neither Is Science

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The racial history of scientific progress and the impact of exploitation and non-inclusive research on scientists and society. Plus, why objectivity will not solve the clearly documented (see data references within) problem; alternative solutions are proposed.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Examining intersectionality and inclusivity in geosciences education research: A synthesis of the literature 2008–2018

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Interesting insights in this review from ADVANCEGeo leaders about how changes have been implemented and measured versus what is known about what is likely to be effective. It suggests some ways to move forward (both in education and measuring the changes/outcomes).

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.