2. What is Universal Design?
UD is the development of learning procedures
that can be successfully applied to a diverse
group of individuals, and that results in an
enriched mastery and understanding of the
material.
3. Universal Design Guidelines
David Rose from the UDL Center outlines 3
aspects of UD that require multiple means:
① Representation
② Action and expression
③ Engagement
If multiple means of all 3 of these areas are
kept in mind during the development of the
design, than implementation of the UD will be
successful.
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4. Steps of Developing a Universal
Design
① Begin with indentifying and understanding the
environment, including the intended audience,
in which the UD will be applied.
② Outline a clear and concise set of guidelines
and expectations that the design should achieve
Keep in mind that the goal of UD is to ensure that
marginalized and under represented students are
all engaged in the learning process.
5. ③ Implement the procedure in the most direct and
clear way possible, while simultaneously ensuring
that students who require outside
supports/accommodations (such as a sign
language interpreter) are successfully participating.
④ After the UD has been carried out, conduct
evaluations among a wide variety of individuals,
and adapt the design accordingly to ensure
exponential success.
6. Conclusion
Universal design allows a wide variety of students
to be engaged simultaneously in a hands on and
multi-faceted learning environment.
UD seeks to ensure successful mastery for all
users, and continues to improve with continued
implementation, subsequent evaluation, and
adaptation.
