While I welcome the impetus for recognising neurodiversity, it has become a ‘catch-all’ word and it shouldn’t be confused with neurodivergence. Neurodiversity includes all human beings, however, neurodivergence represents one segment. Neurodivergent people perceive the world differently; they express their ‘being’ differently, I know, I am one.
Just to be fair recognises and celebrates neurodivergent lived experiences.
Episode 2: Being a Neurodivergent PhD Student with Anya Kaufman
In this episode Anya Kaufman shares her experience of being a neurodivergent PhD student at the University of Strathclyde where she is currently investigating the ways in which young people gain and develop transferable skills. A subject that raises questions when it comes to neurodivergent students.
Episode 1: Being a Neurodivergent Teacher in Higher Education with Dr Elliot Spaeth
In this episode, we shed light on how neurodivergence impacts students and teachers! Today’s guest is Dr Elliot Spaeth, lecturer at the University of Glasgow. He teaches inclusive academic practice with an emphasis on disability and neurodiversity. In 2022, Elliot was championed for his work, ideas, and uncanny ability to explain what inclusivity truly means. He was chosen as the #1 most influential disabled person in the UK in the category of Education.