Rowan's Case Study
What was one of the main issues Rowan faced in school?
B) Excessive homework that violated his IEP
What does the term “disability” generally refer to in legal contexts?
A physical or mental impairment that limits daily activities
What is one common school accommodation for students with ADHD?
C) Consistent positive reinforcement
Which strength is often associated with neurodiverse employees, especially those with Autism?
B) Enhanced attention to detail and pattern recognition
Which law, passed in 1990, provides civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities?
D) The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Why did Rowan's parents pursue legal action against the school?
A) Teachers forged grades and his mother's signature
What term refers to the concept that neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, are natural variations of the human brain?
C) Neurodiversity
Which educational approach is most effective for supporting neurodiverse students, such as those with Autism or ADHD, in mainstream classrooms?
C) Differentiated instruction and individualized learning plans
What is one barrier that neurodiverse candidates face during traditional job interviews?
B) The emphasis on verbal communication and social cues
Which neurodiverse condition is often associated with enhanced abilities in pattern recognition and attention to detail?
C) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
What leadership strategy could have helped Rowan’s school better support him?
B) Diversity-inclusive leadership that considers individual student needs
Under the ADA, what term is used for a change that enables an employee with a disability to perform essential job functions?
C) Reasonable accommodation
What is one common challenge neurodiverse students face when transitioning to college?
B) Difficulty managing unstructured time and executive functioning demands
What is a key strategy for making the hiring process more accessible to neurodiverse candidates?
C) Offering skills-based assessments or working interviews
Which famous professor with Autism designed more humane livestock facilities and is an advocate for autism awareness?
B) Temple Grandin
What mistake did the school make when responding to Rowan's grades and workload?
A) They assumed grades were the only measure of success
Which 1977 event involved over 100 disability activists occupying a federal building in San Francisco to demand the signing of regulations for Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act?
B) The Sit-In at the HEW Building
Which service is commonly offered in colleges to help neurodiverse students succeed academically?
B) Academic coaching and disability services offices
What leadership style is most effective for supporting neurodiverse employees in the workplace?
C) Collaborative leadership with clear communication and flexibility
In 2023, what percentage of adults with disabilities in the U.S. were employed, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)?
B) 34%
How can inclusive educational policies prevent situations like Rowan’s from happening again?
B) By ensuring that students’ diverse needs are met and adjustments are made when necessary
Which of the following was the first federal civil rights law in the U.S. to address discrimination against people with disabilities?
C) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
What is an important strategy for creating neurodiversity-friendly cultures in schools and workplaces?
C) Providing neurodiversity training and raising awareness about different cognitive styles
Which organizational change has the biggest long-term impact on fostering a neurodiverse-friendly workplace?
B) Implementing company-wide neurodiversity awareness and training programs
According to Harvard Business Review, what percentage of companies actively recruit neurodiverse talent, such as individuals with Autism or ADHD?
B) 10%