Welcome to Our Classroom! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Dr. JPB Gerald, an inspiring adult educator and theorist, join us to discuss his groundbreaking work and upcoming book, "Embracing the Exceptions: Supporting Neurodivergent Students of Color in Education." 🎓

Join us as we delve into Dr. Gerald's personal journey with ADHD, his commitment to justice for racially, linguistically, and neurologically minoritized communities, and his innovative approaches to education. Through impactful metaphors and actionable insights, Dr. Gerald shares practical ways teachers can better support neurodivergent students of color, emphasizing the intersection of ableism and racism.

Key Takeaways:

Dr. Gerald’s rich experiences and powerful anecdotes offer a fresh perspective on equity in education. Stay tuned to learn how we can collectively foster a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Let's continue this journey together towards social justice and community engagement. 🌍📚

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JPB Gerald is an adult educator and theorist, and a 2022 graduate of the EdD program in Instructional Leadership from CUNY – Hunter College, USA. Through his writing, teaching, podcast and his public scholarship overall, he seeks justice for the racially, linguistically and neurologically minoritized.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

00:52 - Introduction of Dr. JPB Gerald

02:08 - Inspiration Behind the Book

03:37 - Target Audience and Book’s Relevance

04:47 - The Emotional Impact of an ADHD Diagnosis

06:42 - Challenges Faced by Neurodivergent Students of Color

09:00 - Effective Strategies for Teachers

12:23 - The Importance of Understanding Intersectionality

16:04 - Counter Narratives of Neurodivergent Individuals

19:03 - Book Cover Design and its Significance

23:09 - Qualities of Supportive Teachers

29:14 - Urgent Areas of Research

33:23 - Who Would You Have Lunch With?

34:56 - Message of Encouragement

36:37 - Closing Remarks