What is Universal Design for Learning?
UDL, or Universal Design for Learning, is an integrated component in curriculum that allows not only students with disabilities, but every single student to LEARN.
There are three principles that make up UDL:
- Multiple Means of Engagement
- This involves using the students' interests to keep them motivated and giving them a choice in their learning.
- Multiple Means of Representation
- This involves presenting the information in various forms that help ensure students' understadning.
- Multiple Means of Action/Expression
- This involves preparing many ways for students to show their learning.
What are some benefits of UDL?
To quote this YouTube video, "universal design for learning improves educational outcomes for all students by ensuring meaningful access to the curriculum within an inclusive learning environment." This quote perfectly sums up the benefits of UDL. By following the principles listed above, educators are able to bring forth life from a curriculum that might otherwise do nothing for some students. I really encourage you to watch the YouTube video I linked above. It gives a great overview of UDL and explains how it has changed education.
What are some resources for UDL?
The National Center on Universal Design for Learning has a website that provides tons of UDL examples and resources. There are links to lesson plans, activities, games, interactive websites, etc. The best part is that it is categorized based on the different principles of UDL.
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