Why Lived Neurodivergence is Reshaping My College Teaching — and Why Educators Should Take Notice

• By: Dave Chapman Freelance Journalist
• March 23rd, 2026
• educator lived experience, EHCP, further education, inclusive teaching, neurodivergence, routine and structure, universal design for learning
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At the beginning of my eighteenth year in teaching, I found myself reflecting deeply on what contributes to effective educational practice. I questioned not only whether I was good at what I do, but also how I could meaningfully evaluate my own professional competence. After the birth of my...

Advancements in Assistive Technology – Using Robots for Therapeutic Interventions

• By: Timothy D. Gifford MOVIA Robotics, Inc.
• January 1st, 2022
• communication, learning differences, robot-assisted intervention, social cues, technology, universal design for learning, Winter 2022 Issue
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Assistive Technology (AT) is an advancing field that helps individuals with special needs learn, grow, and participate in the community. These devices can take many forms and work at many levels. Robot-Assisted Intervention (RAI) is an advanced form of assisted technology. These tools can help the...

Executive Functioning Enhancement for High School Students with ASD

• By: Dianne Zager, PhD Samantha Curiale-Feinman, MSEd, TSHH New Frontiers in Learning
• January 1st, 2013
• evidence-based practices, executive functioning, high school, positive behavior supports, secondary education, social competence, students, transition to adulthood, universal design for learning
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Educators have made great strides in integrating students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) into general education over the past several decades; however, at the secondary school level, these students still often experience serious difficulties. A major obstacle to success for adolescents on the...