Learning Ramps: An introduction to Universal Design for Learning

This dynamic workshop is an introduction to Universal Design for learning. Topics discussed will include biological underpinnings of learning styles, dyslexia, and how multiple modes of learning can be used to make the curriculum more accessible to all learners. When the needs of students with disabilities are addressed in the classroom, all students benefit and good teaching happens!

Flex Credit

Flex credit is available for this event.

Audience

All are welcome.

Presenter

By night, Nina G is a comedian performing at comedy clubs and a keynote speaker. By day she is a counselor at a California community college where she works with students with disabilities. She has been featured in/on everything from NPR's 51%, BBC's Ouch, Psychology Today, Tedx, KQED radio, and multiple daytime talk shows and podcasts. She is the author of three books including her memoir, Stutterer Interrupted: The Comedian Who Almost Didn't Happen, which chronicles her journey into being the only female stand-up comedian when she started in 2010. Nina is a product of California Community Colleges! Not only did she attend before transferring to Berkeley and going on to her doctorate, but her parents also first met at Oakland City College.

Organizers

Duane Leonard, Rachel Stewart, and Toni Newman

ADA Accessibility

For ADA accessibility accommodations, please contact David Lockwood at LockwoD@scc.losrios.edu. Contact David for disability accommodations only. For general inquiries, please use the contact information listed in the sidebar.