Faculty Focus

MARCH 5, 2023

By linking andragogy to Universal Design for Learning (UDL) guidelines, I offer suggestions for how faculty can advance student success using them. UDL was developed by CAST (2018) as a framework for designing curricula that enables all individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for learning. References CAST (2018).

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Universal Design Learning Motivation Authentic Assessment 124

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

For example, providing concept maps or graphic organizers, engaging learners in discussion (synchronous or asynchronous), or encouraging a reflective practice via a writing prompt. For example, some students may want to write while others will prefer to record a video. Consuming new information (e.g., Looking for additional resources?

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Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning Motivation 544

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 10, 2022

I teamed up with Dr. Katie Novak to write a follow-up to our book UDL and Blended Learning. We demonstrate how teachers can leverage universally designed blended learning to position students as active agents in the classroom and create the time and space for these new workflows.

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Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Teachers Feedback 466

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

I thought I had a pretty good handle on universal design for learning (UDL), but after chatting with Katie Novak , Ed.D., Ten to fifteen years ago, the whole class would read The Old Man and the Sea, analyze how Santiago develops over the course of the text, and write an essay. I realize I didn’t understand the framework at all.

Disabilities 280

Disabilities Universal Design Essay Beliefs 280

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 14, 2020

produce a piece of writing, record a video explanation, create a flowchart or concept map, design a multimedia slide deck). The final column is the “explain” column should give students three different options for sharing what they learned during the engage and explore (e.g.,

Learning 546

Learning Assignments Universal Design Feedback 546

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2024

Once teachers have a clear sense of where their students are beginning in relation to specific concepts and skills, they can use the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning models to design lessons that are accessible, inclusive, and equitable. 5 minutes).

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Blended Learning Coaching Knowledge Writing 375

eSchool News

JULY 28, 2022

To create inclusive learning environments, educators can leverage the principles of Universal Design for Learning ( UDL ). What is Universal Design for Learning? For example, learners could have the option to write an essay or choose to present it orally.

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Universal Design Essay Textbooks Learning 283

eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2024

But how does the concept of Universal Design Learning (UDL) fit into all this? Expression : This allows students to demonstrate their understanding in various ways, such as through drawing, writing, and more. Why is it so important now, and how can e-learning fulfill its requirements within the UDL framework?

Learning 303

Learning Syllabus Universal Design Quizzes 303

Faculty Focus

MARCH 5, 2023

By linking andragogy to Universal Design for Learning (UDL) guidelines, I offer suggestions for how faculty can advance student success using them. UDL was developed by CAST (2018) as a framework for designing curricula that enables all individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for learning. References CAST (2018).

Universal Design 98

Universal Design Learning Motivation Authentic Assessment 98

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 31, 2020

When I was in college, I started writing a holiday newsletter to include with my Christmas cards. As I began to write, I realized that 2020 for me was a year of extremes. My mother had always written a newsletter, so it seemed a natural way to reflect on the year. It is a tradition I have continued through the years.

Learning 544

Learning Blended Learning Assignments Feedback 544

eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2015

New report highlights 10-step plan to applying Universal Design for Learning online. UDL is tough enough in a face-to-face environment, but the real challenge might be how to implement the principles in an online world where students’ abilities and learning styles differ drastically.

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Accessibility Disabilities Universal Design Instructors 189

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2018

Inclusive educators often use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to provide students with consistent access to engaging content and effective paths for achieving educational goals in classrooms where they experience a greater sense of belonging.

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Universal Design Students Lecturing Social Studies 233

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2018

Inclusive educators often use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to provide students with consistent access to engaging content and effective paths for achieving educational goals in classrooms where they experience a greater sense of belonging.

Universal Design 226

Universal Design Students Lecturing Social Studies 226

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Teachers using universally designed blended learning models, like the station rotation model and the playlist model , can pull feedback into the classroom, ensuring that it is timely, focused, and actionable. add a comment to a digital document or write it on a Post-it). writing assignments, performance tasks, projects).

Feedback 363

Feedback Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Failure 363

Edsurge

APRIL 1, 2020

What is Universal Design for Learning? Luis Perez : Universal design for learning begins with the premise that all learners vary, and that the way that we address that variability is by designing a flexible curriculum that has lots of choice. Listen to the audio below or check out the full video on YouTube.

Universal Design 215

Universal Design Students Special Education Languages 215

Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

So, we incorporated principles like Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to ensure cultural relevancy and inclusivity, created project prompts around climate change and mental well-being and designed professional learning and curriculum supports to emphasize our district’s priorities.

STEM 193

STEM Learning Science Learning Outcomes 193

Edsurge

JUNE 12, 2020

And most critically, are the materials appropriately differentiated for students who learn and think differently, and have they been universally designed with learner variability in mind? Would it be easier to navigate if organized by subject or project?

Accessibility 218

Accessibility Distance Learning Learning Students 218

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2022

I've thought about opening it up widely—write a historical novelette (using primary sources, of course), create a sculpture, write a song—but, again, I have no idea how to grade something like that, considering the wide range of talent that my students likely will have.

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Assignments Grades History Ethics 191

Edsurge

MAY 17, 2022

Propping up her vigorous routine are the poles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the perfect blend of education technology, ensuring that everything keeps spinning along at the right pace and momentum. One of the tools that kind of started it off for me was Read&Write for Google Chrome. How does she do it?

Education 196

Education Languages Language Disabilities 196

Edsurge

AUGUST 13, 2018

Many educators know it as the building blocks behind Universal Design for Learning, or UDL. Other great tools include KWL charts (a form of graphic organizer), as well as visuals posted in the classroom for vocabulary and writing strategies and manipulatives for math equations. Such an approach is nothing new.

Mobile Devices 167

Mobile Devices Motivation Writing Assignments 167

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

I write down the anticipated student responses to know when I hear what will allow me to assess student understanding. Since I know this, I write down the directions and expectations in a student-friendly checklist format on all my slides so that students can at least reference them if I am struggling to give coherent directions.

Teachers 176

Teachers Attention Failure Disabilities 176

Edsurge

MAY 9, 2018

Can proactive instructional design eliminate barriers to access for learners? How can institutions create a culture of collaboration to support universal design? On Tuesday, May 8 the #DLNchat community got together to discuss and debate: How Can We Improve Accessibility Through Instructional Design?

Accessibility 128

Accessibility Disabilities Universal Design Syllabus 128

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

So what if there was a new model of university designed from scratch for 2022? But the paper does lay out a set of concrete recommendations for what this new type of university, which is simply called an NEI, or New Educational Institution, should include to fill what the authors see as gaps in the current system.

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Lecturing Art Internet Ethics 218

Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2020

Collins writes: “In building a great company or social sector enterprise, there is no single defining action, no grand program, no one killer innovation, no solitary lucky break, no miracle moment. In a matter of weeks, Habecker integrated his own content with materials available on CK-12 and created 15 Flexbooks covering math and science.

Schools 214

Schools Science Intelligence Math 214

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2015

High school senior at Newton North High School in Newton, MA, Yishai Barth, feels strongly about the importance of Universal Design Language (UDL). The Universal Design movement came into existence as a response to this research by leading thinkers in the engineering and design professions.

Technology 91

Technology Universal Design Learning Writing 91

Faculty Focus

APRIL 6, 2023

Yes, ChatGPT could write it and it might look a little like this: My philosophy of teaching is centered on the belief that all students have the potential to learn and succeed. I also believe in using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a framework for designing instruction that meets the diverse needs of all students.

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Teaching Philosophy Teaching Beliefs Universal Design 111

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? during lessons, and offer students a variety of ways to complete assignments rather than requiring everyone to write a paper or take a timed exam.

Schools 171

Schools Disabilities Exams Distance Learning 171

Faculty Focus

MAY 16, 2023

One thing that most educators can agree on is that methods of teaching and learning ought to be revisited—AI must be embraced and the integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and culturally response pedagogies no longer remain a choice. VARK stands for: Visual, Auditory, Reading/Writing, and Kinesthetic. Tennyson, R.

Learning Styles 116

Learning Styles Teaching Feedback Teachers 116

Faculty Focus

APRIL 6, 2023

Yes, ChatGPT could write it and it might look a little like this: My philosophy of teaching is centered on the belief that all students have the potential to learn and succeed. I also believe in using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a framework for designing instruction that meets the diverse needs of all students.

Teaching Philosophy 98

Teaching Philosophy Teaching Beliefs 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. Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.2. The 74 Million. link] CAST (2018).

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. Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.2. The 74 Million. link] CAST (2018).

Failure 98

Failure Academic Integrity Assignments Universal Design 98

Edsurge

MARCH 11, 2020

I love what many of the universal design for learning people say. There's a leadership author who writes a lot about change and his name is John Kotter, and that first step [he suggests] on how do you influence change is to create a sense of urgency. We would love to be able to help you just make that move.

Instructors 206

Instructors Teaching Multiple Choice Questions Ethics 206

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

Students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other cognitive differences often experience auditory, visual, and spatial processing difficulties, affecting their reading, writing, and overall learning. In-person: There are two approaches to accessibility in academia—accommodations and universal design. Learning spaces I.

Disabilities 98

Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

Students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other cognitive differences often experience auditory, visual, and spatial processing difficulties, affecting their reading, writing, and overall learning. In-person: There are two approaches to accessibility in academia—accommodations and universal design. Learning spaces I.

Disabilities 98

Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

Faculty Focus

MAY 16, 2023

One thing that most educators can agree on is that methods of teaching and learning ought to be revisited—AI must be embraced and the integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and culturally response pedagogies no longer remain a choice. VARK stands for: Visual, Auditory, Reading/Writing, and Kinesthetic. Tennyson, R.

Learning Styles 98

Learning Styles Teaching Feedback Teachers 98

Scholarly Teacher

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Students can use generative AI for academic tasks such as brainstorming, drafting, or improving writing; summarizing, explaining, or synthesizing texts; and data analysis (Sallam, 2023). Generative AI tools can identify grammatical issues and provide tailored suggestions to edit students' writing.

Ethics 102

Ethics Multidisciplinary Course Design Confidentiality 102

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

This tool can write as well as humans”) and fear (“Wow…this tool can write as well as humans”). ChatGPT was just the first in a wave of new AI tools designed to mimic human communication via text. Politicians are using ChatGPT to write bills (e.g., “ AI wrote a bill to regulate AI. Ted Lieu wants Congress to pass it ”).

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Academic Integrity Plagiarism Exams Syllabus 98