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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework, grounded in neuroscience, that embraces learner variability and optimizes teaching. The framework is organized into a series of principles for lesson planning and implementation that when applied, removes barriers and provides access to learning for all. The UDL principles encourage educators to;
Each principle includes guidelines and checkpoints that educators can apply to their planning and implementation to maximize access. The UDL framework is not prescriptive, rather the principles, guidelines, and checkpoints are designed to be customized to meet individual needs and can be adjusted as learning and teaching evolve.
Examine selected research on UDL in higher education:
Student Perceptions of Faculty Implementation of Universal Design for Learning(opens in new window)
Curb Cuts in Cyberspace: Universal Instructional Design for Online Courses(opens in new window)
Ready to apply UDL to your teaching? Here are some ideas and strategies to get you started:
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Explore CAST’s UDL Guidelines webpage! Explore CAST’S UDL in Higher Education webpage! Interested in joining the UDL movement in Higher Education? Visit the UDLHE Network(opens in new window) webpage. Explore and get involved with UDL research! Visit the UDL-IRN(opens in new window) to learn more. Explore the UDL slides | Have 15 minutes? Get tips on teaching all learners by listening to UDL in 15 Minutes(opens in new window) by Louie Loui Lord Nelson, Ph.D. Stay up to date with research on UDL by listening to the UDL Research in 15 Minutes(opens in new window) podcast by Louie Loui Lord Nelson, Ph.D. Learn more about UDL in Higher Education by listening to the Think UDL(opens in new window) podcast. | Watch UDL video overview(opens in new window) | Learn more about the foundations and application of UDL with these quick reads: |