Familiarize yourself with how sight, hearing, and neurodiverse persons experience the world by watching the (4) videos below.
An Introduction to the differences between accessible and universal design by Kendall College of Art and Design, Professor Emeritus, Bill Fischer. Note: this video contains integrated captions and audio descriptions as well as neuro-pacing for a wide audience.
Cheyenna Clearbrook, a deaf student, shares her experiences in both mainstream and deaf schools. Cheyenna signs and doesn't speak, so you should watch with the captions on (unless you know ASL (American Sign Language).
Well known Youtuber, Tommy Edison, shares how he, a blind person, visualizes things in his mind. Tommy was born completely blind, so he has no previous visual experiences to fall back on.
Ethna Lisi, who is autistic, offers a glimpse into the way he experiences the world, breaks down misleading stereotypes, and explains that "Autism is not a disease; it's just another way of thinking," This is an idea that is often referred to as neurodiversity.