Hosted by the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (CIRTL)
Learn how to apply the Universal Design for Learning framework to develop inclusive teaching practices that support executive functioning for all learners in this one-part workshop. Many times, instructors fear that designing a neuroinclusive classroom is too difficult and may even come at the expense of some of their other students’ needs. In fact, the opposite is often true: if we take the time to look carefully at their needs and reflect on our own teaching practices, accommodating students with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent conditions can actually improve outcomes for every student. Through case study exploration and brainstorming around specific teaching materials, participants will work with peers to add to their toolbox for neuroinclusive teaching. By the end of this workshop, participants will be prepared to:
- Identify the principles of the neurodiversity paradigm and its application in learning
- Explain executive functioning and its relationship to neurodiversity
- Examine and resolve executive functioning pressure points in classroom situations
- Revise teaching practices to reflect executive functioning best practices
Registration and Enrollment
This workshop has a cap of 45 participants. Registration is open from Monday, February 24 at 9pm Gulf / 1pm Atlantic / 12pm Eastern / 11am Central / 10am Mountain / 9am Pacific, until capacity is reached. We expect this workshop to reach capacity within 2-4 days. Registration will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis and registrants from CIRTL member institutions or alumni of CIRTL member institutions will receive priority. Once registration closes, all registrants will be notified of their enrollment status.
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Accessibility
If you have access needs, please let us know what they are. Contact Kate Diamond (kdiamond3@wisc.edu), who is supporting this workshop, to let us know how we can help you have a successful experience. In addition to meeting individualized needs, we will also take measures throughout the workshop to support accessibility for all our students:
- Enabling live captioning in synchronous sessions
- Incorporating multiple modes of interaction into synchronous sessions