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Thriving over surviving: Importance of providing appropriate adaptations for neurodivergent learners

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 1d

We're continuing by spotlighting Chapter 7 in Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.

📅 The video will premiere at 18:30 pm BST.

Thriving over surviving: Importance of providing appropriate adaptations for neurodivergent learners

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 1d

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Curious about our books on neurodivergence and education? Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social and I have launched our 'talking heads' video series to discuss the two co-edited collections!

An interest-based exploration of Monotropism and its use in the classroom

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 1d

Chapter 7: An Interest-Based Exploration of Monotropism and Its Use in the Classroom (pages 129–146)
Author: Ania Atkinson

📺 youtu.be/qC9FI6s73_w

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An interest-based exploration of Monotropism and its use in the classroom

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 1d

These scholarly works examine neurodivergence and education in its diverse applications. The next instalment covers Chapter 7 of Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning.

📅 The video will premiere at 12:30 pm BST.

An interest-based exploration of Monotropism and its use in the classroom

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 1d

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We are pleased to premiere a series of "talking heads" videos of the co-edited collection Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social and I published, providing valuable insights.

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 3d

Don't miss the author's talk about Chapter 6 in Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning.

📅 The video will premiere at 16:00pm BST.

Chapter 6: The Monotropic Student (pages 113–128)
Author: Carl Cameron

📺 youtu.be/WcB3gmwPFl4

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The Monotropic Student

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 3d

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Video alert! Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social and I are live with our 'talking heads' series, covering our two co-edited collections on neurodivergence and education (in life, too!).

The Monotropic Student

The role of executive functions in the writing instruction of a neurodivergent adolescent

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 3d

📅 The video will premiere at 10:30 am BST.

Chapter 6: The Role of Executive Functions in the Writing Instruction of a Neurodivergent Adolescent (pages 161-186)
Christine Woodcock

📺 youtu.be/zj617txbjNc

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The role of executive functions in the writing instruction of a neurodivergent adolescent

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 3d

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Introducing our next 'talking heads' video! Dr Krysia Waldock and I are happy to share our two co-edited collections, which centre on the expansive topic of neurodivergence and education. Our current focus is on Chapter 6 in Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners

Unmasking the ‘diversity’: A reflection on moving towards self-authenticity

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 4d

Chapter 5: Unmasking Neurodivergence: A Conversation About Lived Experience of ADHD and Masking (pages 127-160)
Simon Ripley and Fi McEwan-Thompson

📺 youtu.be/4cG2xj6-z9Q

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#NeurodivergentLearners

Unmasking the ‘diversity’: A reflection on moving towards self-authenticity

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 4d

We're continuing the conversation with a look at Chapter 5 from Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.

📅 The video will premiere at 16:00 pm BST.

Unmasking the ‘diversity’: A reflection on moving towards self-authenticity

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 4d

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Join Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social and I, as we launch our video series discussing our two co-edited volumes on neurodivergence and education—a topic vital to all aspects of life.

Students with Learning Disabilities in Higher Learning Institutions

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 4d

📅 The video will premiere at 10:30 am BST.

Chapter 5: Students with Learning Disabilities in Higher Learning Institutions: A Scoping Review (pages 91–112)
Authors: Daniel Lupiya Mpolomoka, Moono Muvombo

📺 youtu.be/WcysTafTqnE

#neurodivergentEducation

Students with Learning Disabilities in Higher Learning Institutions

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 4d

These collections explore the wide world of neurodivergence and education, touching on how it plays out in life, not just the classroom. Up next is a deep dive into Chapter 4 of Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning.

Students with Learning Disabilities in Higher Learning Institutions

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 4d

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Check it out! Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social and I just premiering the next "talking heads" videos, where one more chapter from our two co-edited books is discussed.

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

Chapter 4: Dreams of Welcome: Listening to Degree-Seeking Neurodivergent College Students at a Fully Inclusive University (pages 73–90)
Authors: Nathan Hughes, Christine E. Ashby

📺 youtu.be/-LpKehOAPYg

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Dreams of welcome

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

As stated, we continue with Chapter 4 in Neurodivergent Education and Lifelong Learning.

📅 The video will premiere at 18:30 pm BST.

Dreams of welcome

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

🗞️ NEWS 🗞️

Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social and I are premiering the 'talking heads' videos for chapter 4 from the two co-edited collections. These books focus on neurodivergence and education in all its forms, including in everyday life.

Dreams of welcome

The Educational Trajectory of Black, Autistic Students in the UK: A DisCrit Analysis

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Connor Keating @connortkeating.bsky.social · 5d

Thus, unconscious rather than conscious attitudes may be more influential in guiding prosocial behaviour. These could be addressed – promoting greater acceptance of autistic people and reducing internalised stigma – to foster supportive relationships between & within neurotypes.

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

Chapter 4: The Educational Trajectory of Black, Autistic Students in the UK: A DisCrit Analysis (pages 93-126)
Jada Brown

📺 youtu.be/ox5ex1q1nxA

#ApplicationsAndPractices
#neurodivergentLearners

The Educational Trajectory of Black, Autistic Students in the UK: A DisCrit Analysis

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

We next share with you Chapter 4 of Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.

📅 The video will premiere at 12:30 pm BST.

The Educational Trajectory of Black, Autistic Students in the UK: A DisCrit Analysis

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

🗞️ NEWS 🗞️

Dr Krysia Waldock @krysiawally.bsky.social and I are excited to announce the premiere of our new "talking heads" videos. These videos discuss our two co-edited collections, which delve into neurodivergence and education in all its broader life applications.

Professional, Personal and Pedagogical: Faculty Reflections for Compassionate Learning Environments

Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

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#neurodivergentLearners

Dr. Shendah Benoit, Dr. Zoë Meletis and Dr. Joanie Crandall introduce their chapter 'Professional, Personal and Pedagogical: Faculty Reflections for Compassionate Learning Environments' from…

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Nathan Keates @keatesresearch.bsky.social · 5d

We continue with Chapter 3 in Applications and Practices for Empowering Neurodivergent Learners.

📅 The video will premiere at 18:30 pm BST

Chapter 3: Professional, Personal, and Pedagogical: Faculty Reflections for Compassionate Learning Environments
Shendah Benoit, Zoe Meletis & Joanie Crandall

Professional, Personal and Pedagogical: Faculty Reflections for Compassionate Learning Environments

Dr. Shendah Benoit, Dr. Zoë Meletis and Dr. Joanie Crandall introduce their chapter 'Professional, Personal and Pedagogical: Faculty Reflections for Compassionate Learning Environments' from…

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