NO ONE SHOULD
Yet, this is the stark reality for millions of autism students worldwide.
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Neurodivergent individuals are employed
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Find their place in technology-related fields
The majority of neurodivergent individuals work in labor-intensive sectors like hospitality making living an independent and fulfilling life difficult.
- However, research from the International Journal of Computer Science Education in Schools (Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University, 2021) demonstrates that students with learning disabilities have inherent analytical skills, ideal for careers in Computer Science.
- Simple exposure to basic computer science activities can boost problem solving abilities in these students by an impressive 50%—evidenced by their improved performance in problem-solving tests.
- Special educators face significant challenges in teaching Computer Science, primarily due to an absence of suitable resources
- Code for All Minds is dedicated to changing this narrative. We firmly believe that no educator or parent should miss the opportunity to guide students with learning disabilities toward a thriving future in this vital field. We are here to provide the tools and resources necessary for students and teachers to overcome these barriers.