BeyondAwareness:
Neurodiversity-InformedArtsTeaching

Grades: K – 12
Curriculum Connections: Special Education, Social Emotional Learning

Colton Institute for
Training and Research in the Arts

This interactive workshop builds upon foundational knowledge of neurodiversity to equip arts educators with practical strategies for inclusive teaching. Participants will deepen their understanding of dysregulation, sensory processing differences, and neurodivergent strengths through embodied activities, collaborative scenario planning, and reflection. Teachers will learn to reframe student behaviors, identify potential stressors in their learning environments, and design lessons that honor diverse ways of engaging. Join us to move from awareness to action, ensuring all learners can thrive in your arts classroom.