Twin Group enters apprenticeship market with latest acquisition
London-based Twin Group has announced its entry into the apprenticeship market with the acquisition of eTraining Ltd. eTraining is a leading provider of apprenticeships, diplomas…
Neurodiverse Support
This tag covers Neurodiverse support. Neurodiversity encompasses autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia and more.
What accommodations help neurodiverse students academically?
Accommodations like note-takers, recorded lectures, extensions, private testing spaces, movement breaks, written instructions, and academic coaching/tutoring. Depends on the individual.
How to train faculty on supporting neurodiverse learning needs?
Strategies include bringing experts, sharing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) resources, student panels, requiring accessibility training, and campus events promoting neurodiversity.
What makes college campuses more neurodiversity-friendly?
Offering quiet study spaces, sensory-friendly dining, plain language materials, acceptance events celebrating neurodiversity, resident advisor inclusion training, and accessible mental health services.
What support for neurodiverse employees in education?
Flexibility in tasks/locations, dividing complex tasks, noise guidelines, written directions to complement verbal, educating all on inclusion, and designated HR contacts for accommodations.
College Development Network presses play on training videos
A series of training videos is being released to help college lecturers and support staff further develop their skills with topics including behaviour management, project…
Twin Group’s partnership with 3SC fuels immediate growth for both organisations
Twin Group’s acquisition of social enterprise company 3SC continues to yield benefits in terms of business growth for both organisations in addition to an alignment…
Genius Within CIC and Pearn Kandola announce inclusion partnership
Two leading diversity and inclusion providers, Genius Within and Pearn Kandola, have formed a strategic partnership set to benefit employers keen to push forward their…
ALUMNI SECURES SUPPORT FROM SCOPE CHARITY FOR SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
A former music student from North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College (NWSLC) who went on to study at the University of Salford has secured support…
Wirral College responds to rising demand for independent living skills for young people
Wirral Met College has created a purpose-built learning environment where students who are vulnerable, or have special educational needs or disabilities, can learn the skills…
Insurer Zurich overhauls graduate hiring process to help ‘Generation Covid’ disadvantaged by lockdowns
Zurich will deploy strength-based assessments after the pandemic scuppered the generation’s chance to gain work experience. This will give less advantaged candidates a chance to…
Bath Spa University research network hosts ‘Mini Festival of Inclusion, Disability and Community Action’ in partnership with Corsham Council and local supporters
Disabled activists and researchers at Bath Spa University have been awarded a five-year Wellcome Trust grant to develop a research network for south west England.…
Brighton Alumna of the Year award for dyspraxia campaigner
University of Brighton has recognised Jessica Starns in a graduation award ceremony this week as its 2022 Alumna of the Year for her life-changing work…
New ESFA funding rules for learning support released – Sector Reaction
The publication of the new funding rules for 2022 to 2023 from the ESFA (Education and Skills Funding Agency) consolidate last year’s changes which had…