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Universal Design for Learning
An Educator’s Guide
Kristi Carlson
Walden University
EDUC 6714
What is UDL?
“an approach to teaching, learning and assessment” (Howard, 2004, p. 26)
“flexible curricula that provide students with multiple ways of accessing content, multiple means for expressing what they learn, and multiple pathways for engaging their interest and motivation” (Howard, 2004, p. 26-27)
UDL…“give all individuals equal opportunities to learn” (CAST, Inc., 2007–2011)
Inspiration for UDL The idea of “Universal Design” connects to architectural
design and the idea that all buildings need to be accessible to all people. (i.e. ramps, elevators, wider doorways)
Universal Design for Learning is about providing alternatives so every child can learn. As teachers we must make sure we provide flexibility in the curriculum and our teaching method/style.
Reauthorization of IDEA in 1997 mandates that all “students be taught and make progress within the general education curriculum” (Laureate, 2009)
CAST Video OverviewChoose “Watch a Video”
Choose “Universal Design and Universal Design for Learning”
Universal Design for Learning.…a shift in our thinking….
More than our traditional adaptations and accommodations
Every student must be provided with the opportunity to learn (Laureate, 2009)
No longer just focused on the individual student, we are now focusing on the broader educational environment (Laureate, 2009)
Not simply “fixing” the student but “fixing” how we teach and use our curriculum
No longer a one-size fits all approach to teaching and learning
Ask yourself--Is every student actually learning in my classroom?
UDL in Action“…each student (needs) to have access to the curriculum
in a way that promotes the most learning for that individual” (Howard, 2004, p. 27)
Providing multiple levels of text on the same contentLearning about frogs—find books on frogs in multiple
reading levelsDigital copies of text with the read back capabilities
at different speeds
Develop Learning Profiles and teach to these learning styles, preferences, intelligences
Make Choices available—this is more reflective of the real world
Universal Design Outside the World of
Education
What implications does the idea of Universal Design have on us in the classroom?
Three Principles of UDL and Brain Research
I: Multiple Means of RepresentationRecognition Network of the Brain
II: Means of Action and ExpressionStrategic Network of the Brain
III: Multiple Means of EngagementAffective Network of the Brain
the “what” of learning
the “how” of learning
the “why” of learning
Multiple Means of Representation
presenting content and information in a variety of ways Source www.cast.org
Recognition Network of the brain deals pattern recognition and the brain’s ability to process patterns (Laureate, 2009)
Instructional Examples
Visual/Auditory/Tactile/Kinesthetic
Different Size Text/Color/Font
Ability to amplify sound as needed
Graphic Organizers w/pictures and text
Examples
Connect to other experiences
the “what” of learning
Multiple Means of Action and Expression
Providing multiple ways for students to show what they know Source www.cast.org
Strategic Network of the brain deals with the process, plans and actions for the plans (Laureate, 2009)
Instructional Examples
Providing choice—written, verbal, project-based
Different software tools—mouse, keyboard, joystick
Scaffolding and Activating Background Knowledge
Use of wait time
the “how” of learning
Multiple Means of Engagement
Stimulate interest and motivation for learning Source www.cast.org
Affective network of the brain deals with emotions and sorting out what’s important and what’s not (Laureate, 2009)
Instructional Examples Engaging learners
Working alone, with partners, small group…providing choice
Material must be relevant and interesting Use goal-setting Providing Choice and Options Rubrics and Checklists
the “how” of learning
Technology and UDL
“… powerful digital technologies applied using UDL principles enable easier and more effective customization of curricula for
learners. Advances in technology…have made “on-the-fly” individualization of curricula
possible in practical, cost-effective ways, and many of these technologies have built in
supports, scaffolds, and challenges to help learners understand, navigate, and engage
with the learning environment.” Universal Design for Learning Guidelines CAST
2011
Technology and UDL
If used correctly, technology can provide the flexibility necessary to make learning accessible to all students.
Just as planning without technology much thought needs to go into planning with technology
A good question to ask yourself: Does the technology allow students to do things different and do different things? If yes….then you are moving in the right direction of using
technology to help you meet the goals of UDL
Examples of TechnologyPodcasts
Wikis
Blogs
Text-to-Speech Programs
Microsoft Word changing text size, color, type
Online Graphic Organizers Bubble.us
Glogster
Online Visual Thesaurus
Edmodo
Moodle
Wallwisher
Google Docs
Kerpoof
Thinkmap
Illuminations
eReaders
CAST eTrekker
UDL at Black Diamond Elementary
Incorporating the principles of UDL will provide ALL students the opportunity to learn.
Incorporating the principles of UDL will help us meet the needs of ALL of our diverse learners.
Incorporating the principles of UDL will keep ALL students engaged and motivated in their learning.
Let’s begin by looking at recent district and state assessment
data.
CAST Online Tools and Resources
Book Builder—Create and edit books so students can be reading books about a particular content at their instructional level.
UDL Lesson Builder—Create and edit lessons which incorporate UDL principles. Search for other lessons already created by educators.
Strategy Tutor—Planning on doing a research project with your students? Strategy tutor will provide support when students research via the internet. “Strategy Tutor helps students read, research, collect and understand information better and more efficiently.”
http://cst.cast.org/cst/guest/SPAGE,whatis
Additional Resources
Center for Applied Special Technology
CAST Lesson Builder
National Center on Universal Design for Learning
Technology Toolkit Wiki for UDL in the Classroom
National Center for Learning Disabilities Search for UDL for related articles, commonly asked
questions, other online tools
References
CAST, Inc. (2007–2011). UDL curriculum self-check: Learn about Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Retrieved from http://udlselfcheck.cast.org/learn.php
CAST (2011). Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.0. Wakefield, MA: Author.
Howard, K. L. (2004). Universal design for learning: Meeting the needs of all students. Learning & Leading with Technology, 31(5), 26–29.
Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2009). Reaching an engaging all learners through technology. Baltimore, MD: Author.