In the past classrooms were based off of

teaching the average student.

However, educators soon realized there is no such thing as an “average student”

because all students are unique.

Therefore, the teaching method of Universal

Design was adopted.

Universal Design is a way of teaching that

includes English Language Learners,

struggling students, and gifted students.

Universal Design allows for education that is

flexible, offers different pathways, and

encourages presenting information in

diverse ways.

3 main principles:

HOW WE PRESENT THE INFORMATION WITH

MULTIPLE FORMS OF REPRESENTATION…

USING MULTIPLE MEANS OF ACTION AND

EXPRESSION BECAUSE ALL STUDENTS VARY.

MULTIPLE WAYS OF ENGAGEMENT…

Your Future Classroom

By using the Universal Design of Instruction,

your classroom will be fun and inviting to all

your students. The most important reason

behind this teaching method is to include

every student in your room, and that

includes you! Everyday will be a new

mystery and a new challenge, but both you

and your students will grow.

Reference:

"UDL: Principles and Practice." YouTube.

YouTube, 17 Mar. 2010. Web. 07 Jan. 2014.