Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Marialena Winter Educational Technology Teacher July 8, 2011

Principles of Curriculum  Goals  Meeting the needs of diverse learners  Teaching  Methodology  Instructional materials  Assessment (Pre and Post)

Staff Implementation  Effective professional development  Multiple and flexible means of demonstration of knowledge  Implementation of a variety of methods to captivate interest

Learners will gain  Knowledge  Skills  Enthusiasm for learning  Reduce curriculum barriers  Provide support for learning

The Learning Brain Network Recognition Strategic Affective Patterns Letters Colors Pictures Words Critical Thinking Skills Problem Solving Skills Writing, Listening Learning styles Hobbies Interest Cultural background ools/curriculumbarriers.cfmhttp:// ools/curriculumbarriers.cfm (tutorial)

Promote Lifelong Learning You can develop lifelong learning traits with UDL:  By showing curiosity about Setting Goals and Time Management.  By seeking Skill, Not Will.  By persisting in seeking out new solutions.  By using your unique talents and intelligence to promote positive change.  By learning and applying technology tools to solve problems.

Creates A Positive Environment  Positive self talk  Improved confidence  Happy relationships  High achievement  Good Grades

Examples and Resources  Applications of Universal Design sign.html sign.html  National Center UDL les les  Improving Outcomes of Student K – 8 es/UniversalDesign_BarriersSolutions.asp es/UniversalDesign_BarriersSolutions.asp  CAST’s Universal Design for Learning Guidelines – Educator Checklist

References National Center on Universal Design for Learning. (2011, March 15). UDL guidelines–Version 2.0. Retrieved from Universal Design for Learning. (n.d.). The Advocacy Institute. Retrieved July 8, 2011, from