ISV - Neuro-Affirming Education
Delivery mode - In person at ISV, 40 Rosslyn St, West Melbourne
Audience - Individual Needs Co-ordinator, Student Wellbeing Co-ordinator, Teacher
Description
Understanding and Supporting Neuro-Divergent Students, including ADHDers and autistic students.
Creating a safe educational environment for neuro-divergent students is crucial as it significantly impacts their mental health and academic outcomes. Gain valuable insights and practical strategies to foster a positive learning atmosphere for these students.
Please note that while neuro-divergent individuals encompass a wide range of neuro-types, this presentation will primarily focus on the unique needs of autistic students and ADHDers.
Content Covered on the Day:
Understand the significance of language and its impact on neuro-divergent students.
Explore the neuro-affirming movement and its importance in education.
Identify and unpack unhelpful expectations commonly found in many schools.
Discover actionable changes you can implement within your school to better support neuro-diversity.
Foster collaborative changes by working closely with your neuro-divergent students.
Manage the competing demands of the classroom effectively.
Consider beneficial modifications to the school environment, including the yard.
Explore communication considerations when interacting with neuro-divergent students.