This week’s post is a more of an extended thought, as I have been busier than usual with other writing projects and teaching (perhaps an “evergreen” statement - when are writing and teaching not extremely time-intensive!) As I have been working on my forthcoming book, I have become very interested in applying concepts from the Neurodiversity Paradigm to our educational practices and relationships.
Sarah - I always appreciate it when I am able to take time to read these thoughtful reflections. I think a lot about our (HE) tendency to throw new ideas at challenges, sometimes without sufficient reflection on current ideas, on the potential impact of the new ideas. I have had some insightful experiences when I have been able to take the time and trust to listen to the concerns of the "resistors" as there are often considerations I had not been aware of. It doesn't mean the change might not still happen - but (one hopes) it is better informed and can be revised based on those considerations.
Sarah - I always appreciate it when I am able to take time to read these thoughtful reflections. I think a lot about our (HE) tendency to throw new ideas at challenges, sometimes without sufficient reflection on current ideas, on the potential impact of the new ideas. I have had some insightful experiences when I have been able to take the time and trust to listen to the concerns of the "resistors" as there are often considerations I had not been aware of. It doesn't mean the change might not still happen - but (one hopes) it is better informed and can be revised based on those considerations.
Love to here this. "resistors" is probably shorthand for the label I am referring to also!