Effective communication is vital for healthy, engaging, and accessible teaching and learning interactions. This workshop will explore how acknowledging and welcoming neurodiverse communication styles benefits relationships among neurotypical and neurodivergent people in and beyond the classroom. By the end of this session, participants will have the opportunity to:

1. Define key terms related to neurodiversity
2. Explore strategies for communicating with students in the classroom through a neuro-affirming lens
3. Analyze a case study to consider ways to proactively and reactively support neurodivergent students in the classroom 

Presenters: Mandy Penney and Kelsey Adams

Note: Registration closes by 11:00AM on February 5, 2026.

This session qualifies as a Future Prof credit towards the Western Certificate in University Teaching & Learning. 

Future Prof Series Description
These interactive seminars for future professors and professionals provide valuable insight into teaching and career-strategies across the disciplines. The workshops in this series are constantly evolving to meet the current interests of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.