2. The Origin of Universal Design The concept of Universal Design was born out of the necessity to meet the needs of all people trying to access building entrances. A professor at the University of North Carolina introduced the idea of Universal Design rather than retrofitting buildings after construction to accommodate people with disabilities.
4. From Universal Design to Universal Design for Learning The Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST) from working with students with extreme needs developed technology and curriculum with flexibility that creates access for all students. Creating access for ALL students to the required curriculum meets the IDEA mandate that all students in the classroom have access to curriculum and make progress within the curriculum
5. Principles of UDL Provide Multiple Means of Representation Provide options for perception Provide options for language & symbols Provide options for comprehension Provide Means of Action and Expression Provide options for physical action Provide options for expressive skills and fluency Provide options for executive functions Provide Multiple Means of Engagement Provide options for recruiting interest Provide options for sustaining effort and persistence Provide options for self-regulation
