Enverga University holds 'neurodiversity in higher education' seminar for faculty

Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation (MSEUF) though the Human Resource Department (HRD) held a seminar-workshop at the AEC Little Theater to train faculty on inclusive teaching practices for neurodivergent learners, July 14.

Eighty faculty members from various departments attended the session titled “Understanding Neurodiversity in Higher Education Institutions.” The activity formed part of the HRD’s Faculty Development Program.

Dr. Nelson Ravina, a US Certified Educational Diagnostician and co-owner of Dr. Nelson Ravina Educational Consultancy Services, served as the resource speaker, where he discussed how faculty can respond to the diverse learning needs of students with conditions such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia.

“Neurodiversity is not a deficit,” Ravina said. “It’s part of the spectrum of how humans learn and function.”

Ravina presented case studies and outlined strategies such as differentiated instruction, use of assistive tools and creating accessible learning materials.

Rodrigo C. Belleza Jr., dean of the College of Computing and Multimedia Studies and one of the attendees, said the seminar aligned with the University’s commitment to inclusive education.

“Our classrooms must reflect the reality that students learn in different ways,” Belleza said.

The event supported MSEUF’s mission to provide responsive programs that promote inclusivity and uphold its core values of mindfulness and excellence in education.

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• SDG 4: Quality Education – Promotes inclusive, equitable education, which means supporting neurodivergent learners through accessible and responsive teaching.
• SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities- This involves removing barriers and embracing neurodiversity to create a fair learning environment.