White paper: Designing for inclusion, designing for all

A mindset shift and practical approaches to further your journey toward inclusive design in EdTech.
With a foreword by CAST’s David Rose

Inclusive design is both a mindset and a set of approaches that can be used to create learning experiences that are flexible and adaptable. It doesn’t mean catering to any one diagnosis or way of thinking; rather, it means designing so that everyone can engage with the experience in the way they learn best. In short, designing for neurodivergent learners means better learning for all.

This white paper presents a set of methods that any product design team can start using to make their process and product more inclusive. Along the way we share case studies from our own journey creating Kahoot! Sparks, as well as from other organizations in the LEGO Play for All cohort.

What does Neurodiversity mean to us?

Understanding neurodivergent experiences

Neurodiversity is all about understanding and celebrating the many different ways people experience and see the world. It includes how we learn at school or work, and how we connect with others.

At Kahoot!, we believe that understanding and supporting neurodivergent students is essential for creating an inclusive learning environment.

Key ideas to help guide your teaching approach

Let’s celebrate the beautiful diversity of minds and create a space where all students can learn, grow, and succeed by recognizing that:

• Being neurodivergent does not mean that a student is any less smart than their neurotypical peers, but they may need different support to be able to access learning equitably.
• Neurodivergent individuals possess unique strengths, talents, and perspectives that contribute to the richness of our society.
• Inclusive classrooms embrace a broader definition of “normal” or “okay” behavior, that values and respects differences

Kahoot! Sparks

Provide a platform for creative expression

Created as an alternative to the classic quiz format, Kahoot! Sparks gives all learners the opportunity to express their ideas, making creative expression fun and accessible! Spark prompts allow students to choose if they want to type or draw their responses and give students the opportunity to co-create, as they are encouraged to add to their classmates’ creations.

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