Before the summer, the SIG Neurodiversity in education was established. On 29 October, the second meeting of this SIG will take place and anyone (students and staff) with an interest in how neurodiversity can have a better place on this campus is welcome to join.
Programme
12:45-1:00 pm: walk-in in faculty lounge
1:00-1:05 pm: welcome by Léon de Bruin, initiator and contact person SIG
1:05-1:30 pm: presentation Daniel DeRock (assistant professor International Relations): ‘Education through a neurodiversity lens’
The concept of neurodiversity refers to the infinite variation in human brain function and behavior. We all process information and move through the world differently. When these differences are significant—such as with autistic people, or those with attention deficit hyperactivity ‘disorder’ (ADHD) or dyslexia—the term ‘neurodivergent’ may apply. In the university context, neurodivergent students face immense struggles that are often invisible to lecturers. These struggles are not inevitable, however. They result from a lack of awareness and accommodations. How can we make education more accommodating for neurodivergent students? This presentation will provide an introduction to neurodiversity and open a conversation about what can be changed.
1:30-2:00 pm: questions/discussion
2:00-2:30 pm: time for some aftertalk for those who want
Further useful to know
- Lunch: bring your own
- Language: English
- Registration is not necessary
See you in the Lecturers' lounge at TLC (Thomas van Aquinostraat 1.00.36)
