The document discusses Universal Design for Learning (UDL) which aims to meet the diverse needs of all students by providing multiple means of representation, engagement, and action/expression. It provides guidelines for each of these principles and emphasizes giving students options to acquire and demonstrate knowledge in ways that are interesting and motivate them to learn. Research on brain science and strategic learning networks informed the development of UDL to support all types of learners.

1. Universal Design For Learning(UDL)Special Day ClassSpeechRSPGATEEnglish LearnersOverflow

2. Digital LearnersStudents in our schools today are Digital Learners. Click the link to view a video overview.

3. Inspiration for UDL

4. CASTCenter for Applied Special Technology CASTNon-profit educational research and development organizationUsing technology-based resources and strategies their mission is to meet the learning needs all students especially those with learning disabilities.

5. Brain ResearchStrategic Networks The “how” of learningRecognition NetworksThe “what” of learningAffective NetworksThe “why” of learning

6. The Three Principals of UDLMultiple means of representation to give diverse learners options for acquiring information and knowledgeMultiple means of action and expression to provide learners options for demonstrating what they knowMultiple means of engagement to tap into learners’ interests, offer appropriate challenges, increase motivationUDL Principles and Practice

7. Multiple means of representation Guideline 1: Provide options for perceptionGuideline 2: Provide options for language and symbolsGuideline 3: Provide options for comprehension

8. Multiple means of action and expression Guideline 4: Provide options for physical actionGuideline 5: Provide options for expressive skills and fluencyGuideline 6: Provide options for executive functions

9. Multiple means of engagement Guideline 7: Provide options for recruiting interestGuideline 8: Provide options for sustaining effort and persistenceGuideline 9: Provide options for self-regulation

10. Impact on Student LearningWhy Should We Implement UDL?The Systemic Change Planneris a tool we can use to implement UDL at Seneca.

11. Click on the links below to learn more about CAST and UDL.UDL Self-checkUDL Class Profile MakerUDL Book BuilderUDL Center Video Screening RoomUDL Implementation ExamplesUDL Lesson BuilderUDL Teaching Every StudentUDL and ESEA LegislationCAST Online Tools and Resources

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