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Technology, Teaching and Universal Design (all)
This workshop provides an introduction to the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and strategies for implementing a UDL approach in instructional settings.
Overview
This workshop provides an introduction to the concept of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and strategies for implementing a UDL approach in instructional settings. Universal Design for Learning is an approach to teaching and learning and the development of curriculum and assessment that draws on current brain research and new media technologies to respond to individual differences. This workshop is designed to acquaint participants with UDL principles and provide practical, hands-on experience using software tools and digital media for learning support. Participants will explore how these tools can be incorporated into their classroom practice and plan a lesson that uses these tools.
Goals and Products
This online course will enable participants to
- Understand the basic principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Address diverse learning needs in the 21st century
- Extend learning opportunities for all students through digital technologies and explore a variety of these tools
- Develop strategies to universally design classroom assessments
- Understand how differentiated instruction relates to UDL
- Analyze curriculum barriers and develop a plan to address these barriers using UDL principles
Format and Requirements
This workshop is divided into seven one-week sessions: an Orientation session and six content-based sessions. Each content session includes readings, activities, and an online discussion among participants. The time for completing each content session is estimated to be between four and five hours.
The outline for the course is as follows:
| Session One | What is Universal Design for Learning (UDL)? |
| Session Two | Taking a 21st Century Perspective |
| Session Three | Multiple Means of Representation and Alternatives to the "Text" book |
| Session Four | Multiple Means of Expression and Universal Assessments |
| Session Five | Multiple Means of Engagement and Differentiating Instruction |
| Session Six | Bringing It All Together |
Prerequisites
This is an introductory course for teachers, technology specialists, curriculum specialists, professional development specialists, or other school personnel. Participants are expected to have regular access to computers. In addition, participants should be proficient with using email, browsing the Internet, and navigating to computer files.
