The document discusses universal design for learning (UDL), which seeks to decrease disabilities in the curriculum by creating flexible learning experiences that work for all students. UDL focuses on students who are not average, such as those with disabilities or who are gifted. It has three main principles: providing multiple means of representation, action and expression, and engagement. UDL benefits all learners by creating an inclusive environment and complying with disability laws. Teachers must thoughtfully plan instruction using UDL to fully support student needs and potential.
2. Seeks to decrease disabilities in
the curriculum itself.
Many classrooms focus on an
average student, but the reality
is, there is really no average
student.
Universal design focuses on the
students who are not “average.”
For example, students with
disabilities and English as a Second
Language students, and gifted
students. 4 Main Components
Universal design is a curriculum of Curriculum:
1. Goals
that works for a wide range of 2. Materials in
learning abilities. classroom
Learning experiences are 3. Methods
designed to be universal. Choices 4. Means of
for students are flexible. assessment
3. Help teachers to design and
plan for how to help students
overcome personal learning
difficulties.
Teachers must be creative
and plan ahead in order to
meet the needs of all the
students.
Universal design learning
helps all students.
Students of all levels can
communicate, participate,
interact, and learn from each
other.
4. 1. Multiple ways of presenting information.
1. Options for perception.
2. Options for language and symbols.
3. Options for comprehension.
2. Multiple ways of action in expressing what the
students has learned.
1. Options for physical expression.
2. Options for expression and fluency.
3. Options for executive tasks.
3. Multiple means of engagement.
1. Options for recruiting interest.
2. Options for maintaining effort and persistance.
3. Options for self-regulation
*More concrete explanations within each guideline.
5. 1. Equitable use 5. Tolerance for error
2. Flexibility in use 6. Low physical effort
3. Simple & Intuitive use 7. Size and space for approach
4. Perceptible information
1. Class Climate 5. Information resources and
2. Interaction technology
3. Physical environments and 6. Feedback
products 7. Assessment
4. Delivery methods 8. Accommodation
6. Havingseveral books for them to choose
from with varying skill levels.
Includes students in planning process.
Provides flexibility in skill level.
UsingPost-It notes to mark parts of the book
you have a question about.
Use these questions to guide planning:
What is the basic concept being learned?
What are the varying ways this can be
learned?
Is reading involved? Are there other ways
to communicate the concepts?
7. Universal design requires
teachers to plan ahead.
Planning ahead saves
time and money.
Universal design learning
is inclusive. It attempts
to create an
environment in which all
students feel welcome,
comfortable, capable,
and encouraged.
Universal design
contributes to legal
compliance with ADA
and IDEA.
8. Flexible grouping- this is important because learners must
interact with each other to develop understanding. This can
include small groups or pairs. Grouping must change with the
process and content.
Classroom management is very important when using
instructional design learning to keep students on task at hand
in order to reach full potential.
Initial and on-going assessment of learners is crucial. This can
be both formal and informal.