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Universal Design For Learning (UDL)

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework that provides flexibility in how students engage with content, how information is presented, and how students can demonstrate their knowledge. The document outlines six main principles of UDL: 1) making learning relevant by connecting new concepts to prior knowledge and real-world examples, 2) activating students' background knowledge before lessons, 3) integrating learning goals strategically, 4) using clear and explicit instructional strategies, 5) providing scaffolded support, and 6) incorporating cumulative review opportunities. UDL aims to meet the needs of all students by creating an inclusive classroom environment.

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Universal Design For Learning (UDL)

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework that provides flexibility in how students engage with content, how information is presented, and how students can demonstrate their knowledge. The document outlines six main principles of UDL: 1) making learning relevant by connecting new concepts to prior knowledge and real-world examples, 2) activating students' background knowledge before lessons, 3) integrating learning goals strategically, 4) using clear and explicit instructional strategies, 5) providing scaffolded support, and 6) incorporating cumulative review opportunities. UDL aims to meet the needs of all students by creating an inclusive classroom environment.

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Universal Design for Learning

(UDL)
Classrooms that apply Universal
Design for Learning (UDL)
principles promote products and an
environment that meets the needs of
potential users with a wide variety
of characteristics.
1. Provides multiple means of
engagement
2. Provide multiple means of
representation
3. Provide multiple means of
action and expression

6 Main Principles of Universal Design:

1. BIG Ideas
Universal design revolves around the BIG IDEA! Its not just about how you learn
something but also what youre learning. Why are students learning this? Is it fun? Does it
relate to their actual lives?
Relevant connections within universal design is one of the most important components.
Authenticity increases students intrinsic motivation levels and gets them excited!
Other strategies the teacher can include are: use real life examples/situation, set learning goals,
design meaningful assessments, utilize a variety of learning strategies
2.Activate Prior Knowledge
Before diving into the new content, teachers
should remind students to think about any relevant
information that they have learned previously.
Teachers can use a variety of strategies to
investigate their students prior knowledge.
Teachers can have students fill out a KWL chart,
questionnaire, or informal quiz to determine skill
levels.
Teachers should adjust their lesson plans to fit the
needs of all students. Teachers should have a set of
backup plans in case of any obstacles that arise and
should exhibit quick thinking when unexpected
problems take place.
Techniques used in Universal Design include:
Brainstorming, cueing, questioning, telling a story,
or creating semantic webs

3. Strategic Integration of Learning Goals


Teachers should attempt to blend both old learning with new learning.
Authentic, real-world examples will help students
understand the content and be engaged in activities
Project-Based Learning gives students an opportunity to
discover the information themselves. In PBL, students
complete a large project in which they usually take on
the role of a real-life professional, such as a scientist or
journalist. PBL incorporates other components such as
public presentations, discussions with experts, and
hands-on activities which increase the level of
engagement and excitement in students.
Teachers can use their students cultural backgrounds as
a source of information. It is important to remember that
students learn in different ways and this may be based
on their cultural background.
Teachers can use technology to greatly increase student
interest. This is especially the case in the 21st century as
children are getting introduced to technology at an
extremely early age.

4. Use Conspicuous Strategies


Teachers need to make sure that their directions and lessons are clear and concise for all
students.
All students should be able to understand and learn the information
Teachers should provide specific steps and clarify instructions to maximize the amount of
student learning and minimize time spent repeating/answering questions
Teachers can use specific learning strategies that emphasize the attainment of observable skills
and behaviors and cognitive strategies that exec beyond content areas.
Learning Strategies:
Content EnhancementsGraphic organizers, semantic mapping, advance organizers, study
guides, content diagrams, and guided notes
Word/letter Mnemonics
Match-to-SampleSpellers dictionary, times tables, number/object charts, mathematical
formulas, commonly misspelled words
Flow ListsCategory lists
Questioning Strategies
Socratic Questioning
Think-Alouds

5. Apply Mediated Scaffolding


Scaffolding is the key to meeting every individual students needs. It provides the support and
assistance that some students need to succeed.
Teachers can use scaffolding to bridge the gap between high performers and low performers.
Scaffolding is a way in which teachers can assist students build up to the understanding of the
concept or learning task at hand
Teachers can decrease scaffolding in correlation to the students increase in understanding
Strategies that can be used in scaffolding include: modeling, task analysis, shaping, forward &
backward chaining, and cues/prompts that activate learning

6. Provide Judicious Review


Students should have opportunities for planned practice
Judicious review should be cumulative with new information integrated
Judicious review is a performance-based assessment in which students demonstrate what they
have learned.
Source:
http://www.udlcenter.org/aboutudl/udlguidelines_theorypractice
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