Love this quote. It points out the absurdity of what we ask of some students on a daily basis. During class this evening (Strategies for inclusion), one of my brightest graduate students discussed the dilemna he faces at the high school he works at. We were discussing ADHD and students need to move. His response? "But my school has a rule that kids have to sit in their seats. Sometimes they have to sit for a long time. If they get up to walk around they get yelled at. I feel so bad. What can I do?" I hear stories like this every day. Disabilities are not a secret. Get informed. Learn strategies that work for students. I am really excited to begin teaching a new course designed to focus on the strengths of persons with disabilities. It will be offered starting in January, and is called Neurodiversity: Creating a Positive Niche. Hope you can join me!
Friday, November 8, 2013
Favorite Quote
Love this quote. It points out the absurdity of what we ask of some students on a daily basis. During class this evening (Strategies for inclusion), one of my brightest graduate students discussed the dilemna he faces at the high school he works at. We were discussing ADHD and students need to move. His response? "But my school has a rule that kids have to sit in their seats. Sometimes they have to sit for a long time. If they get up to walk around they get yelled at. I feel so bad. What can I do?" I hear stories like this every day. Disabilities are not a secret. Get informed. Learn strategies that work for students. I am really excited to begin teaching a new course designed to focus on the strengths of persons with disabilities. It will be offered starting in January, and is called Neurodiversity: Creating a Positive Niche. Hope you can join me!
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