Inclusive Instruction ChecklistNeurodiverse Supports Provide clear written instructions and examples for all activities (slides, workbook, and scripts) to reduce reliance on verbal processing Share session agenda and timing ahead of time to support predictability and transitions Explicitly teach the “hidden curriculum” instead of assuming prior knowledge of workplace norms Offer concrete communication scripts (Boss Prompt, pivot scripts, tone examples) rather than abstract expectations Allow students to write or rehearse responses before participating in role-plays Provide alternative roles or reduced-pressure participation during role-plays (observe first, then practice) Break down communication skills into structured steps (context → progress → request) Normalize different communication styles (tone, eye contact, pacing) while teaching workplace expectations Use modeling and examples across different workplace cultures (corporate, creative, service) for clarity Allow use of personal scripts or notes during activities to reduce cognitive load Provide private or low-stakes feedback instead of only public correction Reinforce learning through repetition (rewrite exercises, multiple role-play rounds, script practice) Offer options for managing social fatigue (short breaks, quiet participation, clear boundaries around interaction)
