PMC Lunch and Learn Faculty Series
Join us this fall for a series of engaging and informative workshops designed to support you, as a course instructor, in creating accessible learning experiences for your students.
The PMC Fall Lunch & Learn Series offers valuable information, insights, practical strategies, and collaborative opportunities to enhance your teaching practices and support students with disabilities in your classroom.
Free to attend!
No registration necessary.
Join via Zoom
- Meeting Link: https://carleton-ca.zoom.us/j/95411024578? pwd=gAAaWTXtVMBWxZg6DQaoOMsdUI6 x1A.1
- Meeting ID: 954 1102 4578
- Passcode: 240761
Navigating PMC Accommodations and MEC Processes as an Instructor
Event Recap/Recording
Watch the recording of our Navigating PMC Accommodations and MEC Processes as an Instructor session if you were unable to attend or want to review what we talked about.
What to Expect…
This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively support students with disabilities in your course(s) who have academic accommodations supported by the Paul Menton Centre (PMC). You will learn about accommodations and services offered by the PMC, as well as the services and processes of the McIntyre Exam Centre (MEC).
Date: September 12, 2024 from 12:00 – 1:00pm
Location: Zoom (Virtual)
Presenters
- Bruce Hamm & Somei Tam, Paul Menton Centre
- Laurie Pelow & Tyler Dinardo, McIntyre Exam Centre
Key Takeaways
- Understanding the respective role of the PMC and MEC in the academic accommodation process of students with disabilities.
- A demo of the Ventus Faculty Portal to view student accommodations, submit Notices of Examination (NoEs) and upload tests and exams.
- Learn about services offered by the McIntyre Exam Centre to assist course instructors with exam accommodations.
- Best practices for supporting students with disability accommodations in your courses.
- Resources and support available for instructors.
Supporting Neurodivergent Students in the Classroom
What to Expect…
Explore effective strategies for supporting neurodivergent students in higher education. Neurodivergence, which encompasses disabilities such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, influences how students learn, interact, and thrive in academic environments. This session will primarily focus on students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and will provide an overview of neurodiversity, highlighting the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom culture.
Date: October 10, 2024 from 12:00-1:00pm
Location: Zoom (Virtual)
Presenters
- Sonia Tanguay, Senior Disabilities Coordinator (PMC, Accessibility Institute)
- Tara Connolly, Assistant Director of Research & Development (Accessibility Institute)
Key Takeaways
- Understanding Neurodiversity: Learn how Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurodivergent disabilities affect learning and behaviour in the classroom.
- Inclusive Strategies: Explore effective inclusive strategies and academic accommodations that enhance support for neurodivergent students through clear communication and accessible teaching methods.
- Supportive Environments: Discover how to create a classroom environment that accommodates the needs of neurodivergent students.
Less Stress, More Progress: Strategies for Efficient and Accessible Evaluation
Date: November 14, 2024 from 12:00-1:00pm
Location: Zoom (Virtual)
Gain practical strategies for efficient and accessible evaluation methods, fostering collaboration between faculty and staff. Learn the differences between accommodation and accessibility and how to enhance your course accessibility. Our goal is to make accessibility easy to implement, reducing your workload and improving the learning experience for all students.
We focus on continuous improvement rather than flawless implementation. Our workshop features:
- A professor’s firsthand account of how accessibility simplified their job;
- Practical strategies for accessible evaluations;
- Collaborative brainstorming for personalized advice on your course outlines; and
- Q & A at the end.
Leave with a clear understanding of accessible evaluation methods and a plan to enhance your course accessibility.
Presenters
- Mako Hirotani, Associate Professor (Linguistics), Director (Language & Brain Lab)
- Laura Brawn and Candice Kavanagh (Paul Menton Centre)
Key Takeaways
- Distinguish between accommodation and accessibility
- Learn practical strategies for incorporating accessibility into your courses and evaluations
- Discover how accessible evaluation can reduce your workload
- Collaborate with peers and experts to enhance your course design
- Embrace a progress-focused approach to accessibility.
Let’s work together to create a more inclusive and efficient educational environment, where less stress leads to more progress for everyone.