Advancing Universal Design for Learning | Transform.Ed Briefing #98
Inside the briefing: From incorporating accessibility to changes in action and expression - UDL paving diverse pathways for brilliance.
Quick Updates 🔔
🌍✨GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP SCHOOLS COHORT 8: Applications Open Now!
Applications are now open for the final cohort of the year! Don’t miss this opportunity to introduce an enriching learning experience, designed by UNESCO MGIEP, to your school or network. Act quickly and don’t miss this chance to shape future global citizens. Recommend your school or any others in your network today!
Big Ideas 💡
The Neuroscience Behind How Cooperative Learning Augments SEL Skills
By Dr. Judy Willis | .ed Magazine
The Importance of Universal Design for Learning
By Eva Chen | Harvard Graduate School of Education
Poll of the Week 📊
Poll Results from Last Week
In response to the question “ How can schools incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL)? ” the breakdown of results are as follows:
25 percent of the poll participants chose Building awareness and capacity, 25 percent opted for Adopting inclusive technologies, 25 percent polled Rethinking Assessments while the remaining quarter voted for Designing inclusive learning spaces.
Would you like to discuss these results or share your thoughts in the community?
Policy Pulse 🏛
Research Paper » Applying the Principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in the College Classroom
By Kathleen A. Boothe, Marla J. Lohmann, Kimberly A. Donnell, D. Dean Hall
This framework establishes Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a crucial approach for addressing the diverse needs of university students. It promotes flexible instructional and assessment strategies that cater to the "why," "how," and "what" of learning, ensuring accessibility for all. The framework highlights that, while research on UDL in higher education is still in its early stages, initial findings suggest it has the potential to enhance learning outcomes and align with federal accessibility standards.
Global Events for Your Calendar 🗓
Dec 12 | FREE EVENT >> Universal Design for Learning 3.0: Essential Updates and Practical Applications - Changes to Action and Expression
This is an Online Event hosted by CAST.
Jan 16 | FREE EVENT >> Understanding School Community: Building Stronger Arts Education Partnerships
This is an Online Event hosted by Ingenuity Learning Institutes.
Mar 24-29 | PAID EVENT >> The 11th Asian Conference on Education and International Development
This is a Hybrid Event hosted by the International Academic Forum.
Lights, Camera, Education 🎬
Film >> A Brilliant Young Mind
This film, also known as "X+Y," tells the story of a young mathematician with autism who navigates the challenges of social interaction and education.
Documentary >> Including Samuel
This documentary follows the journey of the filmmaker, Dan Habib, as he explores the challenges and successes of including his son Samuel, who has cerebral palsy, in a mainstream school setting.
Courses and Learning 🧑💻
Introduction to Accessibility and Universal Design
By Aptly (via Coursera)
Books 📚
Inclusive Education >> Universal Design for Learning: Theory and Practice
By Anne Meyer
Community Connect 💭
How do you approach designing lessons that accommodate the diverse learning needs of all students, and where do you see UDL fitting into this process?
Share your ideas on our community post.
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