ACS Workshop: Inclusive Pedagogy 101 | Associated Colleges of the South

Thursday, November 12, 2026 – 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm E.T. (Virtual Workshop)

Workshop Facilitator: Carly Priest (The Neurodiversity Alliance)

Inclusive classroom environments and course design can improve individual and course outcomes, boost student persistence and success, and enhance the teaching experience for faculty. This 75-minute session will provide faculty with actionable frameworks to design courses that equip all students to engage and learn. We will explore how flexible instructional design and accessible course structures foster long-term college persistence for all students – including neurodivergent learners.

Click here to learn about the facilitator for this workshop.

Click here to learn about the facilitator for this workshop.

Carly Priest is the National Program Director at The Neurodiversity Alliance, where she leads an all-neurodivergent program team and oversees the strategic design, development, and delivery of programs. Her work spans programs such as The Neurodiversity Alliance’s Club network, the Eye to Eye Mentoring Program, Ambassador initiatives, internships, and scholarship programs, ensuring meaningful opportunities for connection, leadership, and growth.

Click here to learn about learning objectives and key takeaways of the program.

Click here to learn about learning objectives and key takeaways of the program.

Learning outcomes and key takeaways of the program:

● Translate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) guidelines (multiple means of engagement, representation, and action/expression) into concrete instructional and program practices.
● Examine how rigid course structures or administrative hurdles impact neurodivergent student retention, mental well-being, and academic resilience.
● Identify proactive design choices—such as flexible assignment formats, clear scaffolding, and transparent expectations—that reduce the need for reactive accommodations.
● Reflect on institutional and classroom frameworks to champion inclusive pedagogy that supports long-term student success and belonging.

Please register below. Contact workshops@acsouth.edu with questions.

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