Stimpunks Foundation

Mutual Aid and Human-Centered Learning for Neurodivergent and Disabled People

Tag: learner safety

  • The Four Stages of Loving Mistakes

    The Four Stages of Loving Mistakes

    I like “The Four Stages of Loving Mistakes” from our friends at Floop: Those align with my experience of iterative engineering cultures, where blameless post-mortems are practiced. The four stages are compatible with learner safety. Try using them in your learning space. Learner safety and iterative cultures go great together. Further reading:

  • Space Holders and Learner Safety

    Space Holders and Learner Safety

    A space holder is someone who can create and hold a safe space for a person so they can be themselves around them, knowing they will not be judged, they will be understood, valued and have an authentic meaningful connection. As adults, we need to try and be embodied, calm and grounded to support our…

  • Learning Is a Series of Iterations, Mercy Is Necessary to Learner Safety

    Learning Is a Series of Iterations, Mercy Is Necessary to Learner Safety

    Learning is a series of iterations. The Game Has Changed – Cornelius Minor | CTRH! 2023 – YouTube Learning is not linear, we know this. Rather, learning is iterative. The Game Has Changed – Cornelius Minor | CTRH! 2023 – YouTube We can create space for iteration. We can create space for failure and revision.…

  • Inclusive Meetings, Classes, and Presentations with Access Notes, Bodymind Affirmations, and Small Changes

    I’ve noticed a trend among neurodivergent and disabled speakers, notably Lydia X. Z. Brown and Jonathan Mooney, of prefacing their presentations with an access note and a bodymind affirmation. They encourage people, be it in an auditorium or a group video chat, to move around and get comfortable. I believe we should all move in…

  • Additions to Our Philosophy on Equity, Learning, and Psychological Safety

    Our Philosophy page lists acquired phrases that we steer by. They are compasses and stars that align us on our mission. I added several phrases on equity, learning, and psychological safety from Human Restoration Project, Equity Literacy Institute, and Timothy R. Clark. Learning is rooted in purpose finding and community relevance. Social justice is the…

  • Try Again: Mercy is Necessary to Learner Safety

    Try Again: Mercy is Necessary to Learner Safety

    “Retesting clearly works, so I give endless chances. If you’re willing to work, there’s always mercy. You can try again.” Craig B. Smith Craig invites students to learn without adding fear to a subject that already creates its own. He recognizes that students who are emotionally distressed—anxious, angry, or depressed—are cognitively impaired and don’t learn…