I am a member of the INCLUDE program team, an NSF-funded neurodiversity initiative that aspires to create an inclusive learning environment in which all students can thrive. Emphasis is given to providing a strength-based approach to education that encourages students to identify, develop, and leverage their unique abilities to address complex engineering problems. This course was designed to address the diverse ways of thinking and learning that neurodiverse students possess. Several pedagogical innovations will be implemented in this course including, but not limited to peer-learning, alternative examination modalities, project-based learning, etc.

I believe in creating an inclusive learning environment for all students and I value my students’ unique ways of thinking and learning. If you are experiencing difficulties for any reason, or if you would like to talk about ways that we can help you to succeed in this course, please contact me or your TA.