The document discusses the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its origins, emphasizing the need for inclusive educational approaches that cater to diverse learner needs from the outset. It critiques traditional retrofitting methods and highlights the importance of integrating assessments with curriculum. UDL aims to eliminate barriers to learning by leveraging new research and technology to customize teaching and learning experiences.

1. Universal Design for Learning Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Education, Rutgers University

2. Origins of Universal Design

3. Universal Design Origin and Definitions Drawbacks of Retrofitting Each retrofit solves only one local problem Retrofitting can be costly Many retrofits are UGLY!

5. Universal Design Origin and Definitions “ Consider the needs of the broadest possible range of users from the beginning” Architect, Ron Mace

6. Universal Design Not one size fits all Designed from the beginning Increases access opportunities for EVERYONE

7. Origins of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) CAST believes that “ barriers to learning are not, in fact, inherent in the capacities of learners, but instead arise in learners' interactions with inflexible educational goals, materials, methods, and assessments.” Teaching Every Student in the Digital Age , p. vi

8. Origins of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Definition: UDL is an educational approach to teaching, learning, and assessment, drawing on new brain research and new media technologies to respond to individual learner differences.

9. Breaking the Barriers

17. Collect and Collaborate

20. Assessment

21. Media constraints Consider the type of skill or knowledge being measured and the medium in which it is being assessed

22. Lack of integration with curriculum Most traditional assessments are detached from instruction and practice We need to examine the interaction between student and curriculum over time

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