Episode 56: Who Benefits?

“Today’s episode dives into an EdSource article promoting certain “evidence-based practices” for autism education is a disguised advertisement for corporate interests, specifically in the form of “neo-colonial” and “neo-liberal” agendas. Dr. Jaime Hoerricks, a special education teacher, criticises the article’s promotion of practices that benefit private companies over proven, effective, and publicly-funded methods like direct instruction. They contend that these “evidence-based practices” are not truly based on robust research but are instead driven by corporate profits, and that this approach ultimately undermines the well-being and independence of autistic students.”

Here’s the link to the source article:

Unmasking the Neo-Colonial Agenda in Autism Education: How Native Ads and Biased Research Undermine Effective Practices

Let me know what you think.