Embracing Neurodiversity
Location
Scholars' Commons, Roesch Library
Presentation Type
Presentation
Start Date
14-10-2024 9:15 AM
End Date
14-10-2024 9:30 AM
Description
Embracing neurodiversity means recognizing and welcoming the full spectrum of ways of interacting with the world as a source of richness, not just a hurdle to overcome. Disability accommodations are only the start; faculty can overtly make the classroom a safer space for all students by proactively shaping their syllabus, adjusting classroom expectations and interactions, and preparing themselves for some of the common issues that may arise in a neurodiverse environment.
Embracing Neurodiversity
Scholars' Commons, Roesch Library
Embracing neurodiversity means recognizing and welcoming the full spectrum of ways of interacting with the world as a source of richness, not just a hurdle to overcome. Disability accommodations are only the start; faculty can overtly make the classroom a safer space for all students by proactively shaping their syllabus, adjusting classroom expectations and interactions, and preparing themselves for some of the common issues that may arise in a neurodiverse environment.
Comments
Esther Brownsmith is an assistant professor in the Department of Religious Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences.