Universal Design

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Universal Design
By Mamie Hobbs

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Universal Design Overview
 Universal Design is the design of
environments and products that can
be used by all people without
adaptation need and special design.
 When UD principles are used, these
environments and products are able to
meet needs of all users.
 UD realizes the importance and value
of inclusiveness and diversity.

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Universal Design For Learning
 Many classrooms are designed
around the needs of an “average
student.” Studies have shown that
there really aren’t any “average
students.”
 Universal Design for Learning is
focused on the idea of creating
curriculum that meets all learners
needs. This includes every student-
bilingual, gifted, struggling, etc.
 UDL is designed to create
experiences in learning for a variety of
students in which all learners can be
successful.

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Curriculum Designed For All
Learners
 Three main principles when implementing UDL in
the Classroom:
 1) Multiple means of representation
 Provide options for perception, language/symbols,
and comprehension
 2) Multiple means of expression and action to
demonstrate what they know
 Provide options for physical actions,
fluency/expressive skills, and executive functions
 3) Multiple ways to engage all learners
 Provide options for gaining interest, sustaining
effort/persistence, and self-regulation

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Using UDL In Your Classroom
 Incorporating UDL in a school or
specific classroom takes courage to
step out of the box by challenging
others beliefs and your own.
 Working together with other teachers
is a great tool when first implementing
UDL and sustaining it within your
classroom and school.
 While planning:
 Identify the different learning styles of
your students
 Identify possible barriers