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What is Universal Design for learning?

Introduction

State and Federal standards compel teachers: Cover large amounts of material, Instill a deep understanding of this

material. Teachers want students to be taught to

learn how to learn.

Introduction

Curriculum should include alternatives for: Different learning styles Different abilities Different backgrounds Awareness of the unique nature of each learner

Teachers are provided with a framework to differentiate instruction through different: Goals Methods Assessments Materials

The Universal Design for Learning What is it?

It is loosely based of the Universal Design in Architecture (UDA). UDA aims to meet the needs of all individuals

when designing buildings and public areas. It addresses the needs of everyone, not just

one specific group of people.

The Universal Design for Learning UDL works in a couple of ways:

Being flexible Tries to be flexible in curriculum & materials. For example: a usable textbook for students

with special needs and those without special needs.

Allowing access to learning

The Universal Design for Learning UDL compares between access to

learning vs. access to information. Access to learning

Teacher has an instructional goal & uses tools & info to reach it.

Access to information Providing tools for learning.

The Framework for UDL: 3 Principles

Common goals: Provide students w/ a wider variety of

options. Accommodate a broad spectrum of

learners. 3 networks in the brain:

Recognition Strategic Affective

3 Brain Networks

Cannot teach to each network separately.

Can think about separately. Minimizes the barriers that arise in

curriculums: Provides supportive & challenging

environment for students. Flexible teaching strategies & materials.

3 Principles

Support recognition learning Use multiple, flexible methods of

presentation. Support strategic learning

Use multiple, flexible methods of expression and apprenticeship.

Support affective learning Use multiple, flexible options for

engagement.

UDL Application: Rethinking Our Practice

Setting clear goals: Clear points & goals embedded in

necessary methods. Word broadly to include every student.

Individualizing Instruction: Use diverse materials & methods w/ built in

flexibility. Assessing Progress

Ongoing assessments to evaluate effectiveness of the material & adjust methods & materials.