Embrace Cognitive Similarity

While every learner brings unique experiences, strengths, and needs to the classroom, understanding the fundamental similarities in how we all learn provides a powerful foundation for inclusive teaching. This principle recognises that the core mental processes involved in learning—how we pay attention, process information, and build understanding—are remarkably consistent across individuals.

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Inclusive Core Teaching	Prioritise making core teaching practices inherently more inclusive and effective by focusing on commonalities in how learners learn.
Targeted Learning Adjustments	Use additional reasonable adjustments—like assistive technology and specialised interventions—for learners whose needs aren't sufficiently met by high-quality universal teaching alone.