SXSW EDU 2019

Think Big: We Don't Know What We Don't Know

Description:

This session will shed light on the ideas of presumed competence/potential and the "least dangerous assumption" when educating students with disabilities, especially those with significant disabilities. Addressing barriers without prejudgment of students' ultimate capabilities is critical in helping all students reach their true potential. The session will include real-life stories of students whose trajectories were changed for the better when competence was presumed.

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Takeaways

  1. Participants will develop an understanding of presumed competence/potential as it applies to students, especially those with disabilities.
  2. Participants will identify at least 2 ways in which presuming competence and applying the least dangerous assumption can improve student outcomes.
  3. Participants will learn how to apply the concepts of presumed competence and least dangerous assumption in situations outside of the education realm.

Speakers

Organizer

Ashley Quick, Education Consultant, Public Consulting Group (PCG)

Meta Information:

  • Tags: instruction, special education
  • Event: SXSW EDU
  • Format: Future20
  • Track: Accessibility & Inclusion
  • Session Focus Area
  • Level: Basic Understanding
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