
Reaching and Teaching Neurodivergent Learners in STEM
Strategies for Embracing Uniquely Talented Problem Solvers
- 224 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Reaching and Teaching Neurodivergent Learners in STEM
Strategies for Embracing Uniquely Talented Problem Solvers
About this book
Providing salient stories and practical strategies, this book empowers educators to embrace the unique talents of neurodivergent learners in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). An exploration of the exciting opportunities neurodiversity presents to build an innovative workforce is grounded in a large body of research from psychology, neuroscience, and education.
Author Jodi Asbell-Clarke presents individual examples of neurodivergent journeys in STEM to establish evidence-based connections between neurodiversity and the types of innovative problem-solving skills needed in today's workforce. The featured stories come directly from the author's many years in inclusive classrooms with STEM teachers along with interviews from many neurodivergent professionals in STEM. Teachers will learn how to embrace the unique brilliance and potential of the neurodivergent learners in their classroom, working against historic marginalization and deficit-based perspectives of neurodiversity within the education system.
Featuring illustrations of classroom-designed tools and materials alongside basic strategies to support executive function and emotion in learning, this book will help you nurture the talents of your neurodivergent learners and recognize their unique potential within STEM. Ideal for K-12 classroom teachers, special educators, learning specialists, psychologists, and school administrators.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Endorsements
- Title
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Neurodiversity—The Words We Use
- 3 Neurodiversity—The Competitive Advantage
- 4 Learning in the Brain
- 5 Learning in the Classroom
- 6 The Role of Emotion in Learning
- 7 Extraordinary Learners
- 8 Neurodiversity and Collaboration
- 9 Inclusive STEM Teaching
- 10 Strategies for Inclusion—Project-based Learning
- 11 Strategies for Inclusion—Game-based Learning
- 12 Strategies for Inclusion—Computational Thinking
- 13 Neurodiversity in STEM—The Actions We Take