Supporting Neurodivergent Students
Location: Online, MS Teams
Facilitators: Christine Zaza (Workplace Accessibility Specialist, Human Resources) and Jennifer O’Brien (Learning Strategist, AccessAbility Services)
Description
Neurodivergent students encounter a variety of barriers to learning in academic settings that have been designed for neurotypical students. In this workshop, you’ll learn about neurodivergence and discuss how course design and instructional strategies that support neurodivergent students are beneficial for neurotypical students as well. Using student scenarios, we will consider how we can apply these strategies into our practice and share resources available for both neurodivergent students and instructors.
Registration
Registration required (if this is your first time using GoSignMeUp, you will need to set up your account first). If you have changed roles at the University (e.g., graduate student to faculty) please updateyour "Participant Profile" in your GoSignMeUp account.
Cancellations
Many of our workshops have waiting lists, so if you've registered but can't attend, please cancel your registration well in advance through the registration system, so that someone else can fill your spot.
Accessibility
The University of Waterloo is committed to achieving barrier-free accessibility for persons with disabilities who are studying, working, or visiting at Waterloo. If you have questions concerning access, such as parking, building layouts, or obtaining information in alternative formats, or wish to request accommodations for a CTE workshop or event, please contact CTE via email (cte@uwaterloo.ca) or phone (ext. 33857) and include the session’s title and date. Our workshops typically involve a mix of presentation and discussion-based activities, and we encourage a scent-free environment. We also welcome accompanying assistants, interpreters, or note-takers; notify us if accommodations are needed in this regard. Please note that some accommodations may require time to arrange.