INVAS
Parents with neurodiverse children, when they relocate from one city to another, face a big challenge in continuing the learning process for their neurodiverse child. Socially responsible employers who would like to employ neurodiverse as part of their inclusion and CSR strategies too encounter challenges as they are not able to assess the level of education or skills of the neurodiverse. The reason for both is a lack of standardisation in teaching methodology for the neurodiverse.
Dr Gayatri Narasimhan, a passionate special educator, inclusive education specialist, vocational trainer, and counsellor, with years of hands-on experience in the special education field, offers a pioneering solution through INVAS, which aims to provide students, teachers, and all stakeholders with a curriculum that is measurable and uniform throughout the nation. INVAS identifies the parameters that need to be focused on to achieve the desired learning outcomes. The suggested curriculum, consisting of 13 different topics which are further divided into five levels, offers the potential to achieve the educational goals for neurodiverse.
Dr Gayatri believes that INVAS will enable each child to be a successful learner, be a confident individual, and be an independent and responsible employee as an adult as well.
Building Blocks of Vocational Unit
The first book of Dr. Gayatri Narasimhan, INVAS (An Integrated Curriculum for Vocational and Skill-Based Training) provided with a detailed, uniform, and measurable curriculum for imparting vocational or skill-based training. The prerequisite for the successful implementation of the suggested curriculum is to have a robust Institutional set-up that is sensitive to the needs of neurodivergent. In this PVI Handbook, Dr. Gayatri provides a step-by-step guide for establishing a Vocational Unit that will successfully equip the neurodivergent. Going beyond educational inclusion, the handbook also lays out the necessary processes for workplace inclusion.
Unifying Pathways
One School, Many Abilities
Unifying Pathways,’ is a transformative approach to education that shatters barriers and celebrates the diverse abilities of all learners. In this enlightening exploration, [Dr Gayatri Narasimhan] introduces a paradigm shift that transforms regular schools into inclusive hubs, by bringing all learners under one umbrella. This provides equal opportunities for neurodivergent and neurotypical students alike. This inclusive framework not only addresses the practical considerations of cost but also seamlessly integrates neurodivergent individuals into society, fostering empathy and societal inclusion. With a focus on a standardized curriculum, ‘Unifying Pathways’ ensures a consistent, high-quality learning experience, promoting holistic development and measurable outcomes. ‘Unifying Pathway’, where every learner’s potential is acknowledged, accommodated, and celebrated within the rich tapestry of inclusive education.