Beyond Barriers: New Perspectives on Disability Identity
Through the experiences and expertise of our content creators, this course explores the multifaceted nature of disability.
We delve into the historical, cultural, and social perspectives surrounding disability, examining how attitudes and perceptions have evolved over time.
Topics covered include:
Upon completion of this course, students will have gained a deeper understanding of disability as an essential and empowering aspect of human identity. They’ll also be equipped with practical tools and strategies to effectively identify and dismantle barriers, fostering genuinely inclusive environments.
We delve into the historical, cultural, and social perspectives surrounding disability, examining how attitudes and perceptions have evolved over time.
Topics covered include:
- An investigation of identity and disability
- Types of disabilities and barriers
- Different models of disability
Upon completion of this course, students will have gained a deeper understanding of disability as an essential and empowering aspect of human identity. They’ll also be equipped with practical tools and strategies to effectively identify and dismantle barriers, fostering genuinely inclusive environments.
What's included?
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7 Chapters
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1 Certification
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1 Quiz
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4 Videos
Broaden your understanding.
This course, led by our content creators’ experiences and expertise, explores the multifaceted nature of disability, its impact on individuals and communities, and strategies for fostering inclusion.
An environment which encourages creativity
Provides learners with actionable tools and practical information to understand disability, challenge ableism, and create more inclusive environments. With strategies for advocacy and allyship, participants are empowered to make meaningful change in their communities.
Nick Manley
Nick Manley joined Partners for Youth with Disabilities (PYD) in 2023 and is a senior educational technology professional with 10+ years of experience leading end to end digital strategy and online learning delivery.
Nick has co-founded online schools in the United States and Singapore and has taught Media Production for the past decade at Harvard, Emerson College, and Texas A&M. He also lectures through Harvard’s Division of Continuing Education and holds an MFA in Media Arts from Emerson College.
Across K 12, higher education, and professional learning, Nick brings deep expertise in instructional design, course leadership, and program execution for diverse learner needs. His work spans synchronous and asynchronous course development, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and the practical use of emerging education technologies across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. He has received multiple awards and letters of commendation for teaching excellence and community engagement.
Nick has co-founded online schools in the United States and Singapore and has taught Media Production for the past decade at Harvard, Emerson College, and Texas A&M. He also lectures through Harvard’s Division of Continuing Education and holds an MFA in Media Arts from Emerson College.
Across K 12, higher education, and professional learning, Nick brings deep expertise in instructional design, course leadership, and program execution for diverse learner needs. His work spans synchronous and asynchronous course development, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and the practical use of emerging education technologies across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. He has received multiple awards and letters of commendation for teaching excellence and community engagement.
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“Working with our content creators has opened my eyes to so much that we can be doing.”
Nicholas Manley M.F.A.
Director of Online Learning, PYD