Workshop: Neurodiversity-Affirming Pedagogies
Friday 4 April 10:30 until 12:00
University of Sussex Campus : Pevensey 1, 1B8
Speaker: Em Harrison
Part of the series: Inclusivity Week

Description: This interactive workshop will explore key findings from a recent research project on neurodivergent experiences of learning and teaching at Sussex. We will discuss how to move beyond a one-size-fits-all approach to accessibility towards practices that actively value and support neurodiversity. You will gain practical strategies to foster inclusive, flexible, and student-led learning environments that reduce barriers and better reflect a diversity of cognitive styles.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand some of the key challenges neurodivergent students face at Sussex.
- Learn how to design online learning materials that are more neurodiversity-affirming.
- Develop neurodiversity-affirming teaching practices that can be applied in both in-person and virtual classrooms.'
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By: Simona Connelly
Last updated: Tuesday, 18 February 2025