1. UDL: Universal Design Learning provides flexibility in
learning various content, so regardless of disabilities, all
students can learn. Curriculum should be flexible and adaptable to
all learners. Technology can be the vehicle that provides this
flexibility. UDL Presentation David Paddock Walden University
3-20-14
2. Flexibility in the Environment Because UDL focuses on
flexibility in allowing students to demonstrate what they have
learned, UDL curriculum is very adaptable to any classroom
environment. In the course video, Dr. Rose compares UDL to
architecture. In architecture there is a common language for
drawing prints and designing buildings regardless of where the
building are being built. UDL follows the same principle, that is,
regardless of the environment, the design of the curriculum is the
same. 3. Principles of UDL Provide Multiple Means of Representation
Perception Language, Expression, Symbols Comprehension Provide
Multiple Means ofAction and Expression PhysicalAction Expression
and Communication Executive Function Provide Multiple Means of
Engagement Recruiting Interest Sustaining effort and persistence
Self-regulation Source:
http://www.udlcenter.org/aboutudl/udlguidelines 4. Central Role of
Technology Technology plays a pivotal role in UDL and should be
utilized as much as possible. There are endless assistive
technologies that can help students with reading, writing, and
language. Technology has the ability to knock down barriers that
keep students from learning content. Example: Students who struggle
with reading could read the same classroom book on a computer and
use a set of head phones. Example: Students who struggle with math
could play interactive games that help them and give them more
practice. 5. UDLs Impact on Student Learning Goal oriented and
meshes nicely with educational standards Flexibility for students
to demonstrate they understand the content Adaptable to many
different environments, cultures, and languages Helps special
education students reach learning goals and learn the curriculum in
a mainstream classroom 6. What Brain Research Tells Us About UDL
Students stimulate different parts of their brain with different
types of learning activities. UDL meshes nicely with different
learning styles 7. How Does UDL Support Diversity? UDL focuses on
flexibility so that all students can learn regardless of language,
culture, or cognitive disabilities. Goal is to teach each
individual student, meet their current needs, and use assistive
technology to help them learn the content. 8. How Technology
Supports What Research Shows About the Brain Technology is a tool
that allows students to be fully engaged in the learning process.
Brain connections are made through multiple interactions with the
same content in different ways. Using technology is a great
supportive and assistive tool to stimulate brain function. 9. CAST
Online Tools CAST has many great online tools that are available to
teachers. Curriculum Barriers Finder:This tools allows all teachers
to find barriers to student leaning within their curriculum. TES
Journal:This is a great online journal that students can use in any
class. Class Profile Maker: this is a tutorial based program that
helps teachers identify their students needs.
Source:http://www.cast.org/teachingeverystudent/tools/
