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Why Providing Diversity and Sensitivity Training Is Important
While ignoring the necessity of diversity training in the workplace can be tempting, it is an important tool for retaining a diverse and thriving company. Companies can connect with customers on all levels with employees from different backgrounds and perspectives....
Hands-on Learning: 101
Education is a very scrutinized area in society. Most people are concerned about global and national averages, test scores, and getting students into college. While the education that young people get is through lectures and reading textbooks, the best teaching method...
Tips for Teaching Your Kids About Boundaries
Changing the way to approach the subject of teaching boundaries altogether is the best tip for teaching kids about boundaries. Some boundaries are easily established to children through example, and others need a little more prep work or reinforcement. It’s a simple...
Best Podcasts About Autism
There are a lot of podcasts out there and a lot of subjects. But if one or someone they care for has autism, they’ll be relieved to know that the internet is also full of good podcasts about different perspectives on autism. Here are some free best podcasts about...
Tips for Helping Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Children Get Along
While neurodiverse children need a diverse and individualized education tailored to their unique way of thinking and learning, neurotypical children are considered the norm. This is because they can think and act like other children. This difference in neurological...
Tips for Handling Your Child’s Meltdown
A child's meltdown can quickly change a peaceful afternoon into a nightmare. New parents may struggle to find the right way to handle the meltdown that decreases its chances of happening in the future. While no child is the same, here are a few great tips that can be...
How To Make Holiday Parties Easier for Children on the Autism Spectrum
As the holiday season inches nearer and nearer, so do the various gatherings, shopping trips, and traditions that accompany the season. Although each of these can be sources of great joy and connection, chances are they also bring a little stress along with them. For...
What to Understand Before Becoming a Special Education Teacher
As a teacher, you want to make sure that your students are getting the best education possible. But to do this, you need to understand what it takes to become a special education teacher. There is more than meets the eye when it comes to teaching these kids and...
How to Talk to Kids About Disabilities
Hi! I'm so glad you're here to read this article about how to talk to kids about disabilities. I know it can be a little scary at first, but the more you practice it, the better you'll get. Here are some things that have worked for many people with teaching kids with...
Inspire and Motivate Teams in Today’s World
Commonly used interchangeably, inspiration and motivation are separate things. Inspiration is emotional drive while motivation stimulates action. Inspiration can be used as a motivator, but motivation is based upon reward. To properly motivate, it is imperative to...