Spotlight on Neurodivergence
Spotlight on Neurodivergence
Spotlight on Neurodivergence
The LRC-S offers a collection of resources related to neurodivergence, also known as neurodiversity. Neurodiversity refers to the concept that there are a variety of natural brain-based differences, such as ADHD, autism, and dyslexia.These resources are meant to support educators, students and families. Explore the tabs below for more information.
Neurodiversity Resources
What is Neurodiversity?
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LRC-South’s Neurodiversity Informational Series: What is Neurodiversity?
This video focuses on the Disability Rights Movement, models of disability, definitions of neurodiversity and identifying as neurodivergent. For links to supporting documents for this video and/or to view the other videos in this series, click here.
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Neurodiversity Scholar Series: What is Neurodiversity with Zosia Zaks and Amy Accardo
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Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism | A Neurodiversity Facts and Myths Primer - Autism News and Resources From Autistic People, Professionals, and Parents
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LRC-S Resource | The Power of Neurodiversity: Unleashing the Advantages of your Differently Wired Brain - Thomas Armstrong
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Rowan University Center for Neurodiversity aims to situate neurodiversity in its DEI initiatives and to value the neurodiversity culture. For more information on programming, research and resources, please visit go.rowan.edu/neurodiversity
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The History of Autism and Disability
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LRC-S Resource | Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity - Steve Silberman
Available to borrow through the LRC-South library! Access additional online resources and information through our Alexandria Researcher. |
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LRC-S Resource | Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Activist - Judith Heumann
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LRC-S Resource | Disability History Timeline: Resource and Discussion Guide
This timeline features the remarkable diversity, creativity and leadership that has shaped the disability community from the founding of the United States through today...Read More |
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LRC-S Resource | A Disability History of the United States - Kim E. Nielsen
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Autism and Neurodiversity in the Classroom
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LRC-S PL Shorts: Writing Strength-Based IEPs Video Series with Dr. Brent Elder
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LRC-S Resource | Neurodiversity in the Classroom: Strength-Based Strategies to Help Students with Special Needs Succeed in School and Life - Thomas Armstrong
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LRC-S Resource | You're Going to Love This Kid: Teaching Autistic Students in the Inclusive Classroom - Paula Kluth
One of the most popular, practical, and trusted books on inclusive education for autistic students, this bestselling guide is now in a fully updated third edition-perfect for K-12 educators...Read On |
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LRC-S Resource | Autism - What Schools Are Missing: Voices For A New Path - Linda Barboa
Available to borrow through the LRC-South library! Access additional online resources and information through the Alexandria Researcher.
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Neurodiversity-Affirming Pedagogy
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LRC-S PL Shorts: Building an Inclusive Classroom: Fostering Students' Expertise
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LRC-S Resource | Learning From Autistic Teachers: How To Be A Neurodiversity - Inclusive School - Francescca Happé
In this strikingly honest collection, developed from a pioneering new research project, autistic teachers and other autistic school professionals share their stories...View Details |
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LRC-S Resource | Just Give Him The Whale: 20 Ways To Use Fascinations, Areas of Expertise, And Strengths To Support Students With Autism - Paula Kluth
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LRC-S Resource | Neurodiversity And Education - Paul Ellis
Available to borrow through the LRC-South library! Access additional online resources and information through the Alexandria Researcher.
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LRC-S Resource | Universal Design Daily: 365 Ways to Teach, Support and Challenge All Learners - Paula Kluth
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Disability and Language
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Disability Language What Should We Know? Zosia Zaks & Amy Accardo Rowan Center For Neurodiversity
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LRC-S Resource | Demystifying Disability: What To Know, What To Say, How To Be An Ally - Emily Ladau
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LRC-S Resource | Neuroqueer Heresies: Notes on the Neurodiversity Paradigm, Autistic Empowerment And Postnormal Possibilities - Nick Walker
The work of queer scholar Nick Walker has played a key role in the evolving discourse on human neurodiversity. Read On |
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LRC-S Resource | Welcome To The Austistic Community - Paul Ellis
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Experiences of Autistic and Disabled People
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Neurodiversity Informational Series: Learning from Autistic Self-Advocates with Dr. Amy Accardo
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LRC-S Resource | Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories From The Twenty-First Century - Alice Wong
A groundbreaking collection of first-person writing on the joys and challenges of the modern disability experience...Learn More |
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LRC-S Resource | Autistic Community And The Neurodiversity Movement: Stories From The Frontline - Paula Kluth
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LRC-S Resource | Barriers and Belonging Personal Narratives - Michelle Jarman
Available to borrow through the LRC-South library! Access additional online resources and information through the Alexandria Researcher.
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Autism, Disability and Parenting
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LRC-S PL Shorts: Bridging School & Home Through Shared Tools
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Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism - Thomas Armstrong
Autism is usually portrayed as a checklist of deficits, including difficulties interacting socially, problems in communicating, sensory challenges, and repetitive behavior patterns. View Details
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Start Here: A Guide For Parents Of Autistic Kids
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LRC-S Resource | Sincerely, Your Autistic Child: What People on the Autism Spectrum Wish Their Parents Knew About Growing Up, Acceptance, and Identity - Emily Paige Ballou
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LRC-S Resource | I Love You Rituals - Rebecca Ann
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Neurodiversity in Literature Video Series
The goal of this video series, designed for upper elementary, middle and high school teachers, is to share research and ideas to consider when teaching books that include disability representation, particularly books that feature neurodivergent characters. Watch Now
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