Typically when I teach anything I meet them where they are on their understanding. I know that someone with no medical background at all will not initially understand medical terms and I need to provide clarity or frequently stop and ask them do you have questions. Paying attention to facial cues to see if something said may not have been understood and maybe approaching them after class 

Learning challenges refer to informational processing differences while learning preferences refer to preferred styles in learning

 allow each student to continue to develop both literacy and language skills without making assumptions about what they can or cannot do in the language

Recognize that every student has his/her own culture 
Modify all communication methods and activities to provide as many supports for all students as possible
Use inclusive language

Diversity is key because it fosters a more inclusive , engaging, and effective learning