QAA Enhancement Themes Funding: Improving the Resilience of Neurodiverse Learning Communities

Neurodivergence diagnoses are increasing. These diagnoses include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, dyslexia, and other neurological differences affecting learning and thinking. Diagnosed neurodiverse students can receive support from the University Disability and Wellbeing service, with recommendations for teaching and assessment adjustments. However, there are thought to be several small changes that can be made by teaching staff to improve cognitive accessibility for students with ADHD. Changes benefitting students with ADHD would benefit the entire learning community, including those with other hidden disabilities.

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