Supporting Diverse Learners

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ADHD and learningAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is increasingly common. Between 2–5% of children have ADHD. At least half of those also have dyslexia. Students with ADHD are often energetic, creative and good problem-solvers. They need support with sensory integration, thinking, and social inte…

Autism and learningStudents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience its impact in unique ways. They are likely to need support in communicating, interacting with others, and processing information. Their strengths may include strong visual-spatial skills, non-verbal problem-solving skills, and visual and au…

Dyslexia and learningPractical strategies supporting a phonics-based approach to literacy learning. Classroom accommodations that support learners with dyslexia to access the curriculum in NZ primary and secondary school settings.

Dyspraxia and learningDyspraxia often affects a student’s motor skills, language, social interactions, and their ability to organise themselves. Most students with developmental dyspraxia will succeed when small adjustments are made to teaching and learning. Some students may need additional support in particular lear…

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and learningStrategies to support teachers provide an inclusive classroom and meet the learning needs of students with FASD.

Down syndrome and learningStudents with Down syndrome are likely to need support with speech and language, memory and processing information, social skills and independence, literacy and numeracy. You may find they have strong empathy with others, good social skills, good short-term memory and visual learning skills. Th…

Supporting ākonga MāoriThis guide focuses on strategies that can benefit all Māori students, with additional emphasis in places on further strengthening the self-identity and self-esteem of students who need additional support to learn.

Supporting Pacific learnersThis guide focuses on strategies that can benefit all Pasifika students, with additional emphasis in places on further strengthening the self-identity and self-esteem of students who need additional support to learn.

Supporting LGBTQIA+ studentsStrategies to help school leaders support the inclusion and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ students.

Curriculum accessibilityEven with the best of intentions we can create barriers to learning – through what we teach, the way we expect students to learn, or what we want students to show us. This guide suggests tools and strategies for changing the content, processes, and products of the school and classroom curriculum…

Behaviour and learningPractical and proactive approaches to nurture the potential of each student and minimise barriers to learning.

Supporting effective teacher aide practice The teaching, learning and wellbeing support provided by teacher aides is integral to including all students in schools. This guide helps school leaders take a systems approach to providing the support that teacher aides need to be effective in their roles. The roles, responsibilities, and sys…

Deaf or hard of hearing students and learningDeafness or a hearing impairment influences how a student gathers aural information. This guide supports teachers to review and adjust their classrooms to make them more effective for communication and social interactions and to develop successful strategies to facilitate learning. This guide …

Speech, Language and CommunicationSupport the learning and wellbeing of students with speech, language and communication needs across all levels of the curriculum.

Low vision and learningLow vision describes a degree of vision loss that affects day-to-day living. Students with low vision are likely to need support with processing visual information, accessing technology, social and daily living skills, organisation and moving around the classroom and school. This guide focuses …

Universal Design for LearningUniversal Design for Learning (UDL) is a research-based framework that helps teachers plan learning to meet the diverse and variable needs of all students. Find out how flexible supports for learning can be embedded into an environment and made available to everyone. Explore how hidden barriers …

Inclusive design modules - Planning for diversityA comprehensive programme for educators leading inclusive practice in their schools or services. Includes full facilitator guide.

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