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Research reviews

An introduction to neurodiversity and neurodivergence

An explanation of the concept of neurodiversity as a strengths-based approach to learning differences, and an introduction to some of the different forms of neurodiversity.

A strengths-based approach to teaching neurodiverse learners

A set of strategies to help teachers support neurodiverse learners by building on their strengths while addressing their learning needs.

Sensory processing differences in the classroom

An introduction to understanding sensory processes differences and the impact they may have in classrooms and schools.

An introduction to Developmental Coordination Disorder

How to support students with Developmental Coordination Disorder in schools and classrooms.

An introduction to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

How fetal alcohol spectrum disorder affects children and young people, and the implications it has for students at school and in life.

Supporting neurodivergent students in secondary schools

An overview of the challenges that neurodivergent students can experience in secondary school settings, and how to help.

Working memory and neurodivergence

Why providing additional working memory support is so important for neurodivergent students.

Supporting neurodivergent students by developing the home-school partnership

Building supportive partnerships with families of neurodivergent students.

Sample safety or de-escalation plan

An example of a de-escalation plan designed to support students to emotionally self-regulate at school.

Understanding and supporting emotional self-regulation at school

Understanding and supporting emotional self-regulation at school: Why some students may find it difficult to regulate their emotions at school, and what to do to support them.

An introduction to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

How OCD affects students, and what schools can do to provide support.

Writing and neurodivergence

Understanding some of the common challenges with writing that neurodivergent students may experience.

Mental health and wellbeing for neurodivergent students

Understanding the additional mental health needs of neurodivergent students.

Developmental dyscalculia

An introduction to dyscalculia, a cognitive difference that affects students' ability to understand and work with quantities and numbers.

Strategies for supporting students with FASD

A set of approaches and strategies for promoting the wellbeing and achievement of students with FASD at school.

Webinars

Understanding the relationship between a secure cultural identity and school engagement

Dr Tania Cliffe-Tautari discusses how attitudes and beliefs that kaiako hold consciously and unconsciously can be a significant factor leading to student engagement or disengagement at and from school.

Safer screen use in educational settings

Julie Cullen of Sensible Screen Use will share insights from a recently published review on the impacts of digital technologies on the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents

Safer screen use in educational settings

Julie Cullen of Sensible Screen Use shares insights from a recently published review which examined the impacts of digital technologies on the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents

Supporting children with a range of needs in early childhood settings

Dr Vicki Hargraves talks about how teachers can develop supportive, inclusive pedagogies and environments that nurture all learners.

Generative AI two years on: Implications for teaching and learning

Hema Sridhar discusses the opportunities and risks of working with emergent AI technologies in schools and classrooms

Mātauranga Māori principles from a Kaupapa Māori perspective

Dr Tui Summers talks about some of the key principles that underpin kaupapa Māori leadership

Infographics

Home-school partnerships infographic

What are home-school partnerships and how can they be built?

Classroom management infographic

Learn about the building blocks for effective classroom management in this infographic.

Motivation infographic

What is motivation and how can teachers support student motivation?

Engagement infographic

What is engagement and how can teachers promote student engagement?

Supporting the transition to school infographic for early childhood teachers

Strong relationships and effective communication are the key to supporting children and their families during the transition from their early childhood centre to school.

Supporting the transition to school infographic for New Entrant teachers

Strong relationships and effective communication are the key to supporting children and their families during the transition from their early childhood centre to school.

Snapshots

How to support effective emotion regulation in schools and classrooms

Key insights from the webinar with Dr Tracy Stewart.

The illusion of inclusion

The experiences of neurodivergent children and those supporting them in Aotearoa New Zealand’s education system – this report reveals the perspectives and experiences of 2,400 people engaged with neurodivergent young people

Key ideas for supporting students with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Insights from our webinar with Kim Milne from FASD-CAN.

Key challenges for neurodivergent students in school settings and how to help

Insights from the webinar with Emily McDougal on supporting neurodivergent students in schools and classrooms.
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