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Universal Design for Learning

Universal Design for Learning

What is Universal Design for Learning?
 
The National Center for Universal Design for Learning defines Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a set of principles for curriculum development that give all individuals equal opportunities to learn.  UDL provides a blueprint for creating instructional goals, methods, materials, and assessments that work for everyone rather than a one size fits all approach. Universal Design for Learning guides educators to use a flexible approach that can be customized and adjusted for individual needs. 
www.cast.org/udl/
 
 
 
 
 
Universal Design for Learning provides a framework to guide teachers in planning lessons that provide multiple means of representation, means of engagement, and multiple means of action and expression.
 
   
Provide Multiple Means   
of Representation 
Provide Multiple Means 
of Action and Expression 
Provide Multiple Means
of Expressions 
PerceptionPhysical action   Recruiting interest 
 
Expression and communication Sustaining effort and persistence 
Comprehension      Executive Functioning Self-regulation 
 
 

CAST (2011). Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.0. Wakefield, MA: Author.

 
 
 
 
Module 1 provides an opportunity for participants to: 
1.    Understand the three principles of UDL
2.    Define the relationship between the principles and the three primary neural networks that are essential for learning
3.    Recognize the impact that UDL has when creating and implementing curriculum
 
http://udlonline.cast.org/page/module1/l131/;jsessionid=1C29C169FAB2C284A185D0346DC5B0FA 
 
Module 2:  Applying the UDL Framework to Lesson Development 
 
 Module 2 provides an opportunity for participants to: 
1. Identify barriers and strengths within curricular goals, assessments, materials and methods.
2. Apply knowledge of the UDL framework, specifically the UDL Guidelines and UDL principles, to the lesson planning process
3. Use these skills to create lessons that maximize learning for all students.
 
http://udlonline.cast.org/page/module2/l192/