At the Carleton College faculty workshop on AI that I recently attended, I was introduced to an innovative AI tool called Magic To Do that is designed to assist neurodivergent students with executive functions. This presentation complemented the insights from another keynote speaker, Lorre Wolf, who focused on “Supporting Neurodiversity through the Lens of Autism.” As we strive to support this expanding student demographic, here are some valuable resources to consider.
Celebrating neurodiversity in Higher Education | BPS
Rather than simply raising awareness of neurodivergent people, Finola Farrant, Emma Owen, Fawn Lavina Hunkins-Beckford and Marta Jacksa argue that now is the time for universities to take concerted action to celebrate the collective neurodiversity of staff and students.
A Student’s Lived Experience Account of Neurodiversity in Higher Education
An argument for further research into the physical learning environment, strategies, and support that can be provided to promote a deeper understanding of inclusive and impactful research within higher education settings.
How neurodivergent students can use generative AI in the classroom (video 6:29)
Keegan Newberry with the Developmental Disabilities Association discusses the beneficial applications of artificial intelligence for neurodivergent students, or students with intellectual disabilities, on The Early Edition.
Intro to Neurodiversity for Educators (Podcast, 42:36)
Sarah Silverman shares an introduction to neurodiversity on episode 484 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast.