Culturally Responsive Education, Creativity & the Brain

Unlock the transformative power of education that truly sees and serves every student. This comprehensive course explores how to create learning environments that honor students' identities while leveraging cutting-edge neuroscience research on how brains learn best. You'll discover evidence-based strategies that weave cultural responsiveness seamlessly into curriculum and instruction, fostering classrooms where equity isn't just an aspiration—it's a lived reality. Through the intersection of creativity, brain science, and culturally sustaining pedagogy, you'll learn to design experiences that not only accelerate academic achievement but also cultivate profound joy and belonging for all learners.

Whether you're seeking to deepen your understanding of diverse learning styles, strengthen cultural connections in your teaching practice, or create more inclusive educational spaces, this course provides the tools and insights needed to transform your classroom into a thriving community where every student's unique background becomes a catalyst for learning and growth.

Dates: January 3 - 10, 2026

Times:  
Live Zoom Sessions on

• Saturday, January 3rd from 2:00–5:00 PM

and Asynchronous Modules on

• Thursday, January 8th
• Friday, January 9th

Please Note: Non-credit participants are welcome to join the other live sessions (January 5, 6, 10) but is not required in order to receive the Certificate of Participation.

Format: Online Modules with Live Zoom Sessions (See dates and times above)

Price: $295

Please Note: This course is offered on a non-credit basis or for 3 credits. Registration for this course through TC Academy is for the non-credit offering and Academic Credits will not be awarded. For instructions on how to register for the credit offering see below.

For more information, questions, or to register: Email tcacademy@tc.columbia.edu

This course can be taken for credit in accordance with TC's enrollment policies. If you are not a current student and would like to take this course for credit, please review the Non-Degree Application Instructions page on our website and proceed accordingly. Also, please note that if you plan to take this on a for-credit basis, college tuition and fees will apply. If you are a continuing student in a degree program and have approval from your advisor, you can register for this course beginning on December 1st. Winter session courses will follow spring registration and payment deadlines.