Teaching Disability: Practical Activities for In Class and Homework

This book takes a nonpathological approach to disability, viewing it as part of diversity rather than as a deficit. It introduces basic knowledge of teaching in disability communities, delves into the three activities sections that increase in difficulty, and includes a list of required materials, time expectation, goal setting criteria, possible outcomes, and talking and debriefing points for reflection. It is a valuable resource for instructors and students in the disability community, ranging from introductory to sophisticated readers and users, students and non-students, in classrooms, in workshops, or in other surroundings.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc

This book takes a nonpathological approach to disability, viewing it as part of diversity rather than as a deficit. The opening chapters introduce basic knowledge of teaching in disability communities, covering attitudes and behaviors that may be difficult for instructors to relate to. Next, the book delves into the three activity sections that increase in difficulty over the course of the book. The activities highlight barriers and psychosocial impediments that hamper progress in disability communities. Designed by an expert educator and clinician who is also an insider in the disability community, each of the 34 activities translates well in classroom environments or as homework, and each can be done individually or in group settings. All activities include a list of required materials, time expectation, goal-setting criteria, possible outcomes, and talking and debriefing points for reflection, thereby facilitating effective planning and execution. The activities also recommend possible modifications to adjust the difficulty of the activities. This flexibility makes this a valuable resource for a wider audience of expertise and settings, ranging from introductory to sophisticated readers and users, students and non-students, in classrooms, in workshops, or in other surroundings. Lastly, the book concludes with a chapter on accessing outcomes, with six measures for evaluating knowledge and skill. Teaching Disability is a well-rounded, highly applicable tool for instructors and students in the disability community.

Teaching Disability is a comprehensive and practical guide for educators and students who want to understand and engage with disability communities. The book takes a nonpathological approach to disability, viewing it as part of diversity rather than as a deficit. In the opening chapters, the author introduces basic knowledge of teaching in disability communities, covering attitudes and behaviors that may be challenging for instructors to relate to. This foundation is essential for building a respectful and inclusive learning environment for all students.

The book then delves into the three activity sections that increase in difficulty over the course of the book. Each section focuses on a different aspect of disability and provides engaging and thought-provoking activities that highlight barriers and psychosocial impediments that hamper progress in disability communities. The activities are designed by an expert educator and clinician who is also an insider in the disability community, ensuring that they are relevant, effective, and accessible to a wide range of students and settings.

One of the key strengths of Teaching Disability is its versatility. Each activity can be done individually or in group settings, making it suitable for a wide range of classroom environments. The activities also include a list of required materials, time expectation, goal-setting criteria, possible outcomes, and talking and debriefing points for reflection. This comprehensive planning and execution framework ensures that educators can effectively plan and deliver high-quality learning experiences for their students.

Another notable feature of the book is its adaptability. The activities can be modified to adjust the difficulty level to suit the needs of different students. This flexibility makes Teaching Disability a valuable resource for a wider audience of expertise and settings, ranging from introductory to sophisticated readers and users, students and non-students, in classrooms, in workshops, or in other surroundings.

In addition to its practical applications, Teaching Disability concludes with a chapter on accessing outcomes. The author provides six measures for evaluating knowledge and skill, which can be used to assess the effectiveness of teaching disability-related content. These measures are grounded in research and can help educators and students identify areas for improvement and measure progress over time.

Overall, Teaching Disability is a highly recommended resource for educators and students who want to understand and engage with disability communities. The book's nonpathological approach, versatility, adaptability, and comprehensive evaluation framework make it a valuable tool for building a more inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780190850661