Episode 3 Part 2: All Means All - Strategies to Engage Students in Science

Connect With Our Two Speakers:Coral Zayas: Puentes & Possibilities Podcast Host and Author of Teaching K-5 Science: Encouraging Exploration, Inquiry and Problem Solvingwww.coralzayas.com/teachingk5sciencePodcast Guest: Emily Kircher-Morris, LPCPodcast Host- The Neurodiversity PodcastAuthor of 4 Book Including: Teaching Twice Exceptional Learners in Today's Classrooms and Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted & SupportedFind Her Resources at Neurodiversity Universityhttps://neurodiversity.university and Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools https://neurodiversityaffirmingschools.comkeywordsSTEM education, neurodiversity, inclusive teaching, multilingual learners, twice exceptional, Universal Design for Learning, professional development, education podcast, teaching strategies, student supportsummaryIn this episode of Puentes and Possibilities, Coral Zayas discusses the importance of inclusive education with Emily Kircher-Morris, focusing on strategies to support neurodivergent and multilingual learners. They explore the concept of 'twice exceptional' students and the need for neurodiverse affirming spaces in schools. Emily shares her journey in education and counseling, emphasizing the significance of community support and collaboration between educators and families to create effective learning environments for all students.takeawaysThe podcast aims to close the STEM workforce gap.Chapter three focuses on strategies for all learners.15% of students qualify for special education services.Emily's background includes personal experiences with ADHD.Neurodivergent learners often go unrecognized in schools.Small changes in teaching can benefit all students.Collaboration between families and schools is essential.Twice exceptional students require unique support.Community resources are vital for educators and families.TitlesEmpowering All Learners in STEM EducationNavigating Neurodiversity in the Classroomsound bites"All means all in education.""Small changes can make a big difference.""We need to advocate for all students."Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Book01:30 Supporting All Learners in Science03:44 Emily's Background and Journey08:40 Creating Neurodiverse Affirming Spaces11:55 School-Family Partnerships16:01 Identifying Twice Exceptional Students21:30 Community Support and Resources