Adaptation Facilitator Checklist Minimal
Neurodivergent Adaptations
Facilitator Checklist
Offer multiple ways to participate (speaking, writing, or just reflecting privately)
Keep instructions short and give them one step at a time
Provide visual supports (slides, examples, written definitions)
Allow extra processing time before expecting responses
Normalize all responses and avoid putting students on the spot
Use concrete, real-life examples instead of abstract explanations
Encourage use of personal examples without requiring sharing
Break up talking with small activities to reduce cognitive overload
Provide a quiet option or low-stimulation space if possible
Reinforce key ideas multiple times in different ways
Avoid shame-based language; emphasize “brain differences,” not deficits
Let students complete the worksheet at their own pace
Check in individually if someone seems stuck or disengaged
Allow movement, fidgeting, or alternative seating if needed