Are You Fired Up?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXrIoF-sVi8

Orientation

Workshop Wiki http://canisius.wikispaces.com/

Participation Options (Volunteers)• Collaborative Notes http://titanpad.com/VqPfB3PdkZ

• Live Chat http://todaysmeet.com/canisius

Reflection on Day 1

TODAY’S OUTCOMES

Aligning Multiple Initiatives and UDL

Understanding the PAL Process

(Planning for All Learners)

Applying UDL Framework to

learning environments and lessons

Random Acts of Improvement

The system was in need of integration, alignment, and expansion

A Practical Reader in Universal Design for Learning, David H. Rose & Ann Meyer, editorsChapter 3 - Grace Meo

“UDL creates a framework that other district

initiatives can hang from”

Universal Design for Learning- Personalized learning outcomes- Multiple means of representation- Multiple means of engagement- Multiple means of expression

CORE PROCESSESAcademic Curriculum & Instruction

-Mapping- SMART IEP Goals- Text Book Adoption

Behavior Curriculum & Instruction- PBIS

PROBLEM SOLVINGInstructional Consultation Teams

RESOURCES

Building teacher capacity and diversifying core instruction

UDL and PBIS

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/11756586/pbis-and-udl-at-bcsc

Brainstorm: District/Building Initiatives

• Individually, list all state, district and building initiatives

• Each individual shares their list in small group

• Small Group eliminates overlap• Align initiatives with the UDL Principles

The UDL Curriculum Framework:Planning for All Learners (PAL)

Minimize Barriers

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Maximize Learning for All

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The UDL Curriculum Framework:Planning for All Learners (PAL)

The UDL Curriculum Framework:Planning for All Learners (PAL)

Goals

Methods Materials Assessment

GOALS• Generally dictated by state standards or

county curriculum

Raising Awareness:

Are the means embedded?

Planning for all Learners: Goals

Are the means embedded?

Students will apply their knowledge of the genetic basis for transfer of biological

characteristics from one generation to the next to predict eye color.

PAL: Goals

Are the means embedded?

Students will analyze data from a variety of books to formulate an understanding of the impact of poor nutrition on health.

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PAL: Goals

Are the means embedded?

Students will demonstrate competence in the general skills and strategies of the

writing process.  

Assessment

• Must match goal• Is there room for flexibility in the way

students are assessed?• Look at options for assessing goals based

upon student learning differences.• Use formative and summative

assessments to measure student progress

Methods: Questions to ask…

• Which strategies will you choose to teach the content?

• How can you vary the teaching strategies to meet the needs of every student in your class?

• Are there any high/low tech strategies or supports that will allow further access to the material for students?

Materials/Media

• Should be flexible and allow all students access to the information

• Should provide some level of student choice

• Take into account learning preferences and ability of students

IF you were teaching the writing process…

Learning Environment Activity

• Could the learning environment be more accessible? How?

• Which tools can you utilize?

Exploring UDL Resources

• Explore UDLinks on iPad• The UDL Wheel

http://udlwheel.mdonlinegrants.org/• Explore online resources and Web 2.0

tools

Applying the UDL Framework to Your Lesson Plan

• Use the PAL process to create a lesson utilizing the UDL framework.

• You may choose to work in content groups/heterogeneous groups or individually

• Utilize the wheel or app to access resources

• Reflection

UDL Survey

• 1. Universal Design for Learning is a special education initiative.

• 2. Universal Design for Learning and Differentiated Instruction are different names for the same approach to learning.

• 3. Digital technology is a prerequisite for implementing Universal Design for Learning.

• 4. Educators use the Universal Design for Learning Guidelines to maximize learning for all students by addressing multiple learning styles.

UDL Survey

• 5. Universal Design for Learning and Assistive Technology are synonymous.

• 6. Gifted and typical students will probably not benefit from UDL.

• 7. Universal Design for Learning is nothing more than good teaching.

• 8. Universal Design for Learning requires educators to identify strengths and weaknesses for each individual student.

Leadership From A Dancing Guy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hO8MwBZl-Vc

• Go to wiki and complete Evaluation

CLOSING