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Introduction to Trauma-Informed Pedagogy for a Neurodiverse Student Population
This session was originally scheduled as a part of Eagle Summit
Session Title: Introduction to Trauma-Informed Pedagogy for a Neurodiverse Student Population
Date & Time: Friday, March 28, 2025 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM
Location: LCS-228 on the Richwood Valley Campus – there will not be a virtual option for this session.
Presenter: Dr. Courtney Smith-Nelson, Instructor – Mathematics
Session Description: Research suggests the intersection of experiences and behaviors associated with both trauma and neurodivergence can impact students’ equitable access to education. This session offers faculty actionable classroom practices to support a neurodiverse student population through trauma-informed pedagogy. Participants are invited to reflect on different forms of trauma and neurodiversity present in our classrooms, and to consider some trauma-informed instructional strategies to support all students.
Lunch will be provided to those who register by Monday, March 24.
RSVP Instructions: Please RSVP below by Monday, March 24. Once your RSVP has been received, the Professional Development Institute will forward you a calendar invite with meeting details.
Contact Information: If you have any questions about or need accommodations to attend this session, please contact the Professional Development Institute at pd@otc.edu or 417-447-4800.