Seeds Cec 2009

UDL in Action
in a Low Tech Environment

The Life Cycle of Plants
Kirsten’s First Grade
21 students of diverse abilities
A few with identified learning disabilities,
Some who receive extra literacy support
One English Language Learner

The Life Cycle of Plants – Traditional Approach
Teachers encourage students to explore scientific ideas and concepts during "science time."
Teacher reads aloud a book about the topic that students will study
Students might plant seeds and watch them grow
In a print-based environment, all students typically read or listen to the same book, respond to the same worksheet, and plant the same type of seed.

The Life Cycle of Plants – UDL Approach
Multiple Representations of Information
Multiple Means of Expression
Multiple Means of Engagement

Prior Hands-on experience: Students open fruits and vegetables, extract seeds, and plant seeds will grow quickly.
Curricular Materials – 4-5 copies of four books at different reading levels that convey key science concepts about the life cycle of seeds obtained. Digital version of each book prepared for use on computer. Audio version prepared for used in the listening center.

Part One: Choosing “just the right” book
Remind students that if they can read all of the words and understand the entire book, it is too easy.
If they can read most of the words and understand most of the book, it is “just right.”
If they have a hard time reading most of the words and they don’t understand much of the book, then it is too hard.

Display the questions on the chart paper that students will be seeking to answer as they read.
Question 1: What do seeds need so they can grow?
Question 2: What can seeds grow into?

Part Two: (45 minutes)
Goals
Read expository/informational text
Find evidence in text to answer questions.
Document findings.
Share knowledge through oral discussion

Multiple Representations of Information
Multiple Means of Expression
Multiple Means of Engagement

Taking A Closer Look
How did Kirsten honor multiple means of expression?
How did Kirsten extend the means of expression chosen by students?
What did Kirsten teach the two boys at the computer?

What They Learned…
One Teacher’s Impressions

Taking A Closer Look
How is UDL reflected in Kirsten’s opinion?
How does this approach fit with standards and large-scale assessments?

Seeds Cec 2009

by SkipStahl on Mar 24, 2009

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