eSchool News

JANUARY 12, 2024

Utilizing the AiiCE tenets , which recommend taking approaches that are responsive to student identities (Alliance for Identity-Inclusive Computing Education, 2023) we will suggest steps towards inclusive education pedagogy with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and generative AI thought partners.

Education 306

Education Evaluation Accessibility Science 306

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

From Common Core to the SAT, the call for accountability is moving away from the drivers of the past two decades as we look to reflect the more holistic attributes of student development and grapple with the adverse impact of high-stakes testing. Inclusive Practice & Universal Design. Playful Assessment: Don’t Stop the Fun.

Culture 229

Culture Universal Design Science Knowledge 229

Edsurge

APRIL 30, 2020

We heard from Albat and Stephanie Del Tufo, assistant professor in the School of Education at the University of Delaware, who studies individual differences in learning, language and literacy. Jennifer, as an instructional designer, are there particular concerns that you look out for? However, that is obviously very costly.

Accessibility 218

Accessibility Disabilities Universal Design Syllabus 218

Edsurge

MARCH 16, 2020

Tony Wan, Managing Editor Access and Equity How can we accommodate students who have learning disabilities in online instruction and practice universal design principles? For more information, Del Tufo recommends the universal design for learning research of Anne Meyer and David Rose. What about AP tests?

Schools 166

Schools Disabilities Exams Distance Learning 166

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2022

I feel weird about testing them on genocide.” Testing students on genocide does indeed seem problematic, particularly when we consider the outcomes Gressang’s students were able to achieve with the choice to demonstrate their learning in more novel ways.

Assignments 187

Assignments Grades History Ethics 187

Edsurge

OCTOBER 28, 2020

“What it seems like is disabilities services providers [are] having to think about new barriers placed in an online environment,” Lalor says, such as difficulty reading text on screens or heightened anxiety from being filmed during class discussions or while taking tests.

Learning Disabilities 141

Learning Disabilities Disabilities Quizzes Exams 141

Edsurge

APRIL 24, 2023

After the model was trained and tested, students used it to solve a local problem in their community such as trafficking , drowsy driving and COVID-19. One group of students used AI in education, which helps children get personalized learning experiences such as through a Universal Design for Learning approach.

Ethics 193

Ethics Students Feedback Disabilities 193

Edsurge

APRIL 12, 2024

Entrepreneurs and developers try to make the best possible drug to treat students, while administrators and researchers (myself included) stand guard, testing and validating the treatments. Culturally responsive learning and universal design for learning could only help these pursuits.

Culture 211

Culture Cognitive Development Research Methods Study 211

Faculty Focus

JUNE 16, 2024

For instance, the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (CAST, 2018) is a commonly used design framework that curriculum developers and educators use to optimize teaching and learning. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. References Billings, Dianne M., and Judith A.

Learning 111

Learning Universal Design Course Design Fairness 111

Faculty Focus

JUNE 16, 2024

For instance, the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (CAST, 2018) is a commonly used design framework that curriculum developers and educators use to optimize teaching and learning. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. References Billings, Dianne M., and Judith A.

Learning 111

Learning Universal Design Course Design Fairness 111

Faculty Focus

JULY 7, 2024

Designing With Intention Thus far, we have discussed the Universal Design for Learning and the integration of the IPEC competencies to foster inclusion and encourage active collaboration. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. References: 1. Billings, Dianne M.,

Learning 110

Learning Universal Design Fairness Course Design 110

Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 29, 2024

In my work with kids, if I’m going to get a 12-year-old to talk about something they feel vulnerable about — not reading fluently, failing the test, not understanding the homework — then I need to be both vulnerable and honest with them. He could use a calculator during tests, but he had to learn a strategy for tracking those negative signs.

Math 112

Math Testing Learning Failure 112

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

One of the great challenges for any educator is how do you teach and test students on real world problems, not just on theoretical textbook examples? Universal design principles can help ensure your content is accessible to all students. Subject matter experts, graphic designers and programmers can all help you make the leap.

Online Learning 157

Online Learning Learning Students Textbooks 157

Faculty Focus

JULY 7, 2024

Designing With Intention Thus far, we have discussed the Universal Design for Learning and the integration of the IPEC competencies to foster inclusion and encourage active collaboration. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. References: 1. Billings, Dianne M.,

Learning 92

Learning Universal Design Fairness Course Design 92

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 3, 2023

It stands for: Transparency Real World Applications Universal Design for Learning Social Knowledge Construction Trial and Error Transparency refers to making the purpose and requirements for the assignment as clear as possible. Why not make the classroom about learning and not testing? The Conversation. link] Brewster, J.,

Failure 98

Failure Academic Integrity Assignments Universal Design 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 3, 2023

It stands for: Transparency Real World Applications Universal Design for Learning Social Knowledge Construction Trial and Error Transparency refers to making the purpose and requirements for the assignment as clear as possible. Why not make the classroom about learning and not testing? The Conversation. link] Brewster, J.,

Failure 98

Failure Academic Integrity Assignments Universal Design 98

Edsurge

JANUARY 13, 2017

Students participate in simulations, get tested for understanding, are encouraged to reflect on what they learn, and collaborate with others during their journey. They’re A/B testing which activities have the biggest impact on individual students, and then making adjustments to the course accordingly.

Multiple Choice Questions 123

Multiple Choice Questions Instructors Textbooks Feedback 123

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2016

These filter-less projectors are essentially dust-proof, and are subjected to punishing tests to ensure flawless performance in offices, schools, control rooms, lecture halls, museums and more. The PT-RZ970 Series laser projectors incorporates cutting-edge technology to achieve vibrant picture quality and high 10,000:1 contrast ratio.

Lecturing 118

Lecturing Universal Design Art Testing 118

Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

Consider changing assessments from high-stakes timed tests to projects, homework, open-note/open-book take-home tests. Implement a universally designed framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people. University of Rochester Office of Disability Resources, adapted with permissions.

Accessibility 72

Accessibility Disabilities Learning Disabilities Special Education 72

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

Integral to these efforts, the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) designed and delivered several faculty development opportunities focusing on research-based teaching and learning strategies that support student mental health and well-being. About universal design for learning. Criterion-referenced test. CAST (2022).

Syllabus 131

Syllabus Exams Instructors Assignments 131

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

Integral to these efforts, the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) designed and delivered several faculty development opportunities focusing on research-based teaching and learning strategies that support student mental health and well-being. About universal design for learning. Criterion-referenced test. CAST (2022).

Syllabus 98

Syllabus Exams Instructors Assignments 98

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

All learning activities are Common Core and Universal Design for Learning (UDL); any teacher in the US or abroad can experience the next ed-tech frontier of augmented reality in their classrooms. Not only is PleIQ more modern and FUN than traditional educational toys, it is also firmly rooted in educational and developmental research.

Intelligence 74

Intelligence Learning Styles Universal Design English 74

Faculty Focus

APRIL 16, 2023

Educators are available to students and are responsible for designing bi-modal content. Content should incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and offer choices to students. Students participate as they choose to and are accountable for meeting course demands regardless of the delivery mode they select.

Learning 105

Learning Assignments Course Design Instructors 105

Faculty Focus

APRIL 16, 2023

Educators are available to students and are responsible for designing bi-modal content. Content should incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and offer choices to students. Students participate as they choose to and are accountable for meeting course demands regardless of the delivery mode they select.

Learning 98

Learning Assignments Course Design Instructors 98

Elevate k12

JUNE 24, 2024

When students have underqualified teachers or full-time substitutes , they’re more likely to experience learning delays, low graduation rates, and test scores below grade level. Amid all of these challenges is the constant pressure to keep up with new education policies and standardized testing. What do they want to learn about?

Education 52

Education Learning Styles Special Education Feedback 52

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Why not make the classroom about learning and not testing? Testing & curriculum must adapt for students to succeed. Testing & curriculum must adapt for students to succeed. Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.2. The Conversation. link] Brewster, J., Arvanitis, L., & Sadeghi, M.

Academic Integrity 98

Academic Integrity Plagiarism Exams Syllabus 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Why not make the classroom about learning and not testing? Testing & curriculum must adapt for students to succeed. Testing & curriculum must adapt for students to succeed. Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.2. The Conversation. link] Brewster, J., Arvanitis, L., & Sadeghi, M.

Academic Integrity 98

Academic Integrity Plagiarism Exams Syllabus 98

EAB

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The opportunity to test the waters with a microcredential may entice these wary students to give graduate work a try. Florida Gulf Coast University designed a microcredential to provide students with a pipeline to a job interview. Many institutions are interested in addressing this need to attract adult learners.

Students 52

Students Evaluation Skills Universal Design 52

Faculty Focus

APRIL 10, 2025

It is important that situational factors be identified as a key component to make planning decisions since retrofitting ones instructional design, delivery or assessment only after one finds out who is being instructed, are not effective use of faculty time, effort or university resources (Schreiner, Rothernberger and Scoltz, 2013).

Course Design 61

Course Design Students Active Learning Activities 61

Faculty Focus

APRIL 10, 2025

It is important that situational factors be identified as a key component to make planning decisions since retrofitting ones instructional design, delivery or assessment only after one finds out who is being instructed, are not effective use of faculty time, effort or university resources (Schreiner, Rothernberger and Scoltz, 2013).

Course Design 61

Course Design Students Active Learning Activities 61

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This style can immediately engage students and it supports Universal Design for Learning, accessibility, and student equity. While the preparation of the syllabus is essentially the same regardless of the class format, the style of the syllabus can enhance the student’s early interest in the class.

Syllabus 111

Syllabus Teachers Discussions Questions 111

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This style can immediately engage students and it supports Universal Design for Learning, accessibility, and student equity. While the preparation of the syllabus is essentially the same regardless of the class format, the style of the syllabus can enhance the student’s early interest in the class.

Syllabus 98

Syllabus Teachers Discussions Questions 98

Cult of Pedagogy

MARCH 6, 2025

.” She believes were not reaching many of our students, especially Black students, because our curricula and standards mainly emphasize skills skills that can be measured easily on standardized tests and not a whole lot else. Her framework focuses on four areas: identity, skills, intellect, and criticality.

Teaching 76

Teaching Culture Language Languages 76