University of Oklahoma Press · September 2026
Classroom Mindscapes
By Sarah E. Silverman
An introduction to neurodiversity for college educators - its history, its relationship to disability, and what it means for classroom practice.
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About the Author
Sarah E. Silverman, PhD works as an independent faculty developer and teaches disability studies. Her work focuses on neurodiversity, universal design for learning, and accessibility in higher education.
She teaches Disability Studies at Goodwin University and has previously taught at University of Michigan Dearborn, UW Madison, and UC Davis.
Full bio →Speaking & Consulting
Sarah speaks and consults on neurodiversity in higher education — working with teaching centers, faculty development offices, and academic departments.
Speaking & consulting info →Beyond the Scope
Sarah's Substack newsletter on teaching, neurodiversity, and inclusive higher education.
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November 13, 2026
On video discussion assignments: A UDL enthusiast experiments with asking students to use a particular format
In this post, I share a bit about an assignment I have been rather attached to, in a way that surprised me.
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October 1, 2026
The relationship between neurodiversity and access friction (and some implications teaching and learning)
I’m thrilled that my first book Classroom Mindscapes: An Introduction to Neurodiversity for Educators is finally out in the world!
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July 31, 2026
Workshop summary: Low-tech teaching and accessibility
An overview with commentary