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Writing Is For Everyone!: Ways to Make the Writing Classroom More Accessible
Thursday, March 24, 2022
12:10 pm to 1:10 pm
Shifting to Zoom-based writing education during COVID had the side effect of improving accessibility for many disabled people and raising awareness of disability inclusion. How can we maintain that momentum as we gather again in person? This panel of authors and educators, some who have learning or other disabilities themselves, will discuss strategies writing teachers and workshop leaders can use to help make writing instruction accessible to those of all abilities and the neurodiverse.
Participants
Colin Mustful is the founder and editor of History Through Fiction. He is the author of four historical novels about the settlement and Native history of the Upper Midwest. His books combine elements of fiction and nonfiction to tell compelling and educational stories.
Leticia Escalera is the author of memoir A Journey to Begin in Life about life with learning disabilities. She's a former independent living skills coach and advocate with the Center for Independent Living (Berkeley, CA) and has worked with the Spanish Speaking Citizens Foundation in Oakland, CA.
Kathleen Marcath has a BA degree in deaf community studies. Years of experience as a Special Education Sign Language (ASL) Supporter have kindled her passion for helping children reach their educational potential. Kathleen is delighted to help fill the need for picture books illustrated in ASL.
Kris Francoeur, writer and educator, lives in Vermont and is a full-time writer and educational consultant. Kris loves to help young writers blossom and find their voices.
