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designing services
and resources for
people with a broad
range of abilities and
disabilities.
Universal Design for Learning
Discussion Quiz
1. The concept of Universal Design first originated from which of the following disciplines?
a. Education
b. Humanities
c. Architecture
d. Psychology
Discussion Quiz(Con’t)
Indicate whether the statement is true or false by circling the T or F.
T F 2. The majority of learners prefer to gain information
using their auditory sense.
T F 3. A multi-modality approach increases the likelihood
that we learn.
Discussion Quiz(Con’t)
T F 4. Universal Design for
Learning allows the
student to control the
method of accessing
information while the
teacher monitors the learning process.
T F 5. Lectures are a frequently
used method of instruction
because it is one of the
most effective methods of
teaching.
Discussion Quiz(Con’t)
T F 6. Instructors who require
their students to respond
actively increase learning
because students must
look, listen, think and
respond during class. T F 7. Using technology
increases the universal
design of your instruction.
Universal Design for Learning
Elements of good teaching
Definition
Universal design is an approach to designing –
•Course instruction,
•Materials and content,
•Delivery and assessments
to benefit people of all learning styles without adaptation or retrofitting.
Universal Design does not remove academic challenges;
it removes barriers to access.
Simply stated, Universal Design is just good teaching.
1. Identify the essential course content
Examples :
2. Clearly express the essential content
and any feedback given to the student
Examples:
3. Integrate natural supports for learning
Examples:
a = f =
b = g =
c = h =
d = i =
e =
How long would it take you to learn the secret code?
_____ 10 seconds
_____ 10 minutes
_____ 1 hour
What if I could give you a strategy to learn the secret code in 10 seconds?
a b c
d e f
g h i
4. Use a variety of instructional methods Example:
5. Allow for multiple methods of demonstrating understanding of essential course content Examples:
6. Use technology to enhance learning opportunities and increase accessibility Examples:
7. Invite students to meet/contact faculty with any questions/concerns Examples:
Course content offers various methods of* Representation
* Engagement* Expression
What teaching methods best meet the needs of a diverse group of students? Give examples of student characteristics and why specific teaching methods are preferred for those students.
Example: Student with an auditory processing disorder
Preferred teaching methods:
Least preferred teaching methods:
What implementation strategies match the content area that you teach and why? Give examples of essential course content and preferred implementation strategies.
• Think independently for 1 minute
• Pair with a neighbor to discuss
• Share through group discussion
Universal Design for Learning-
Assumptions
The creation and dissemination of
knowledge is higher education’s central
mission.
Universal Design for Learning - Assumptions
Designed access is preferable to retrofitted access because it is more
effective and less expensive.
Resourceswww.cast.org
www.washington.edu/doit/