Shaping Little Minds

#207: Supporting Neurodivergent Students in the Classroom with Dr. Tara Williams

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It can feel challenging being in a mainstream classroom and having to support neurodivergent students. Today, Dr. Tara Williams shares what she’s learned as a professor and an academic executive functioning coach and will help you to support your neurodivergent students in your classroom in a way that isn’t overwhelming or stressful.

3 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Doing something for a neurodivergent student can also be done for your neurotypical students.
  • Supporting neurodivergent students doesn't need to be an added stressor for teachers; there are ways to support that don't require a ton of extra work.
  • When neurodivergent students are acting out, it's usually not because they're trying to misbehave -- it's usually an issue of understanding what needs to be done next.

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