Universal Design for Learning

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three principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and discusses how to apply these principles to the four curricular components (i.e., goals, instructional materials, instructional methods, and assessments). source

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Major Principals

UID's guiding principles are based on the work of Chickering and Gamson (1987) and include:

  1. creating welcoming classrooms;
  2. determining the essential components of a course;
  3. communicating clear expectations;
  4. providing constructive feedback;
  5. exploring the use of natural supports for learning, including technology, to enhance opportunities for all learners;
  6. designing teaching methods that consider diverse learning styles, abilities, ways of knowing, and previous experience and background knowledge;
  7. creating multiple ways for students to demonstrate their knowledge; and
  8. promoting interaction among and between faculty and students (Fox, Hatfield, & Collins, 2003).

We are frequently asked,"then what distinguishes UID from what is simply good teaching?" It is a fair question. But our experience is that even for those of us who have always been very intentional and reflective in our work, UID has simultaneously broadened and focused our thinking.We think more broadly about the diversity of our students and how students social identities can shape their learning experiences, and meanwhile we are also more focused on how we can ensure that no students are excluded or marginalized.
Universal Design Paper