PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OFFERINGS

I provide training specific to disability, inclusion, and accessibility for educational and other organizations. See below for a sample of what I can offer.

Interested in something different? I'd love to create something just for you!

Contact me at the bottom of the page to get started.

Thinking, Talking, and Teaching About Disability

Transform how educators view disability and inclusive education. Topics include a brief history of disability, discussion of how we conceptualize disability, anti-ableist practices, best practices for language related to disability, and resources for developing inclusive classrooms.

Timing: 1-2 hour presentation

Audience: All educators

Introduction to Universal Design for Learning

Introduce staff to the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework, an approach to designing accessible and flexible instruction that proactively supports all students across the spectrum of strengths, needs, backgrounds, and preferences.

Timing (Option 1): 1-1.5 hour presentation

Timing (Option 2): 'Flipped' training consisting of independent completion of a self-paced online module (~2 hours) followed by an interactive, hands-on workshop (1-3 hours)

Audience: All educators

FREE Online Resources for Professional Learning

Learn about multiple reputable sources of free training materials for educators of students with disabilities, including modules, tip sheets, and case studies. Identify how to find and use these resources to support individualized professional learning goals.

Timing: 1-2 hour workshop

Audience: Educators, coaches, administrators

Sensory Accessibility 101

Discover ways to make your environment more accessible to people with autism and sensory sensitivities. Gain new strategies for day-to-day accommodations as well as specialized sensory-friendly events.

Timing: 1-1.5 hour workshop

Audience: Museums, zoos, camps, other interested organizations

In addition to one-time presentations and workshops like those described above, I am available for more extensive collaboration and consultation to support your school's or organization's professional learning goals. This may include curating a series of trainings, assisting with strategic planning, or advising on policies and procedures.

I love to create materials that directly support educators. I am always seeking collaborative opportunities for:

practitioner-focused books and articles
blogs, podcasts, and other media appearances
online resource development

“Dr. Lukins is passionate about special education and advocating for disabled students. She is exactly what we need to have teachers think differently about special education.”

LET’S CONNECT

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jmlukins@ncsu.edu