The key to unlocking neurodiversity & the code for success
17th April 2023 -In a recent discussion, Texthelp, EY and SAP explored how to unlock the value of neurodiversity. But, what does it mean to ‘unlock the value of neurodiversity?’
Below, we answer that question while highlighting some key insights from the discussion.
Continue ReadingWebsite Accessibility: How to Reach Everyone in Your Audience
14th April 2023 -In today’s tech-driven world, the education sector is rapidly embracing digitalization, advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, and a digital approach to teaching and learning. Universities and schools around the world, as well as online learning platforms, increasingly understand the importance of accessibility. Ensuring that every student regardless of their lifestyle, background, and most importantly, their ability, can access all educational resources.
Website accessibility is therefore an important topic nowadays, especially when we consider the fact that the U.S. Department of Education is rolling out compliance reviews specifically focused on digital accessibility in the education sector. This focus helps the education sector move forward as a whole, and that’s why today we are exploring website accessibility. Below, we share how you can use it to reach everyone in your audience while ensuring compliance across the board.
Continue ReadingUDL-IRN Summit: Can UDL help solve the biggest problems in education today?
20th March 2023 -The first session presenters on the stage at the recent UDL-IRN Summit told of when they first met. At a summit of years past, the two sat next to each other as strangers. “Do I belong here?” The question was on both Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles and Andratesha Fritzgerald’s minds.
It was answered when they found community in one another. That first conversation led to a years-long friendship between the two activists. It’s a friendship where they’ve shared a lot of hard, important conversations.
“Do I belong here?” It’s a question UDL practitioners who work in education aim to answer with a “yes,” for each and every learner they encounter.
Over two days, the UDL-IRN offered many helpful sessions to participants at many different stages in their UDL journey. Below, we highlight key summit takeaways.
Discover learnings from:
- Jason Carroll, Chief Product Officer at Texthelp
- Andratesha Fritzgerald, author of Antiracism and Universal Design for Learning
- David Reid, architect and creator of the UDL Deck of Spaces
- Rene Sanchez, Superintendent of Champlain Valley School District in Vermont
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How to approach disability inclusion with triple A technique
13th March 2023 -In a recent webinar, Texthelp’s CEO, Martin McKay, and Inclusion Specialist, Rebecca, were joined by guests from Ernst & Young (EY). Together, they explored the power of disability inclusion. Both Texthelp and EY were founded out of a true passion to make the world a more equitable place. During the session all speakers shared advice to help other organisations make an impact too.
Continue ReadingSXSW EDU: How can employers support different thinkers to transition into the world of work?
13th March 2023 -At the recent SXSW EDU event, Texthelp’s Founder & CEO, Martin McKay, joined a panel exploring, ‘The Power of Different Thinkers’. During this session they explored the strengths of neurodiversity, highlighting why workplaces should, and how they can, become more neuro-inclusive. Below, we highlight key insights.
Continue Reading6 facts I wish people understood about neurodiversity
22nd February 2023 -As someone with ADHD and Dyslexia, Cory shares what he wishes educators and employers knew about neurodiversity. Cory currently works in the Human Services field. Prior to this, Cory was a teacher in Canada teaching children in Pre-K to Grade 3. By sharing his experiences and insights, Cory hopes that he can help more people to understand what it’s like to be neurodivergent living in a ‘neurotypical’ world.
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