Supporting Neurodiversity: Effective Teaching Strategies for Nursing Students.

BACKGROUND

Neurodiversity is an umbrella term that describes a wide range of variation in cognition, learning, and behaviors. Neurodiversity impacts approximately 16% to 18% of undergraduate students across all disciplines.

PROBLEM: Educators have moderate knowledge about neurodiversity but require further guidance on how to foster educational success in this group of students with unique strengths and challenges.

APPROACH: Current literature was reviewed to determine best practices in fostering teaching strategies that are inclusive and engaging for neurodivergent students.

OUTCOMES: Incorporation of the principles of Universal Design for Learning, strategies supportive of executive function, social-emotional learning, and a sensory-friendly environment improves learning outcomes of all students.