Universal Design for Learning
What is UDL? A set of principles for curriculum development that give all individuals an equal opportunities for learning
How is This Different from Differentiation? Before Vs. After Architecture Metaphor
What is UDL Based On? Based on neuroscience – different parts of the brain are active during learning Recognition networks – how we take in info Strategic Networks – expression- how we act on learning Affective Networks – engagement- our interest level
Common Core Requirements---complexity, rigor, print rich environment Why is UDL Necessary? New Special Ed Laws Common Core Requirements---complexity, rigor, print rich environment We must be able to serve all students---including those in the margins (4’s and 1’s)
Component 1 : Recognition networks Multiple Means of Representing Content Present info in many different ways Provide many entry points to learning Consider different modalities/learning styles Consider different skills sets and skill levels
Component 2 : strategic network Multiple Means of Action and Expression Vary assessments Vary ways students demonstrate/express their learning Write, speak, draw, construct, build, act out, design, sing, dance, move etc.
Component 3 affective network Multiple Means of Engagement Provide choice whenever possible Consider who your students are and what interests and excites them When possible, write curriculum with specific goals in mind but leave room for choice in texts, materials, methods, genres, content, assessments, etc. (i.e. mentor text might be a poem that uses imagery and rhyme schemes, but the content of the poem can be something that interests your particular students)
Look at the sample “At A Glance” Discuss if you see evidence of UDL Activity In Groups: Look at the sample “At A Glance” Discuss if you see evidence of UDL Highlight where you see it
Look at your own “At A Glance” Individual Activity Look at your own “At A Glance” Highlight or underline where you use UDL Find more places where you can employ UDL strategies