Supporting Neurodiversity in Post-Secondary Education: Workshop (Part 1)
Introduction to Neurodiversity in Higher Education: History, Theory, and First-Person Perspectives
Feb. 13, 2025
Facilitator: Sarah Silverman
Host: Britt Dzioba
ASL Interpreting team: Debbie Miyashita, Karly Sandboe

This workshop, the first part of a two-part series, introduces teachers and staff in higher education to the history, politics, and key terms of neurodiversity, emphasizing their relevance to education. Participants will explore the origins of neurodiversity in the autistic advocacy movement and learn the histories and definitions of key terms such as “neurodiversity,” “neurodivergent,” and “neurotypical.” Participants will also engage with first-person perspectives from neurodivergent students and staff in higher education, gaining insight with the diversity of neurodivergent experiences.

Reflection opportunities will encourage participants to consider how understanding the history of neurodiversity may reshape their perspectives on its role in their classrooms. Suggested resources for further study of neurodiversity concepts and specific conditions/experiences (like Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and more) will be provided.

This foundational workshop prepares participants for the practical applications explored in Workshop 2 on February 27, 2025.

Workshop Part 2 Recording (February 27, 2025)

Attachments: Transcript (PDF, Word), Slides (PDF), Handout (PDF)

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