E214

Ep214. ft. Kate Grimes - Dyslexia & Neurodiversity in the Language Classroom: Why Traditional Teaching Fails—and What Actually Works (Part 2)

From Languages Pedagogy Podcast · Hosted by Mike Llerena

2026-05-28·00:25:42

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In this episode of Languages Pedagogy Podcast: Inclusion is not lowering standards. It is building learning that more brains can actually access. In Episode 214, Kate Grimes returns to discuss practical classroom strategies for neurodivergent learners: visual supports, movement breaks, predictable routines, flexible assessment, parent communication, and the emotional safety students need to keep trying.

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Inclusion is not lowering standards. It is building learning that more brains can actually access. In Episode 214, Kate Grimes returns to discuss practical classroom strategies for neurodivergent learners: visual supports, movement breaks, predictable routines, flexible assessment, parent communication, and the emotional safety students need to keep trying. This is the episode for teachers who want learning that works — not just lessons that look good on paper. Wanna know more about Kate Grimes: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kategrimes_psychology⁠ LinkedIn in is: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-grimes-63543649⁠ Website: ⁠www.inspiretherapy.ae⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@kategrimes7354?si=AAWyHaE6-lNcOXnx⁠ Explore more: www.mikenglishonline.com #dyslexia #neurodiversity #inclusiveeducation #languagelearning #elt #teachertraining #learningdifferences