Universal Design for Learning Connections
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - Three Principals to guide the design, selection of learning tools, methods and environments.
- Provide Multiple Means of Engagement (the "why" of learning)
- Provide Multiple Means of Representation (the "what" of learning)
- Provide Multiple Means of Action and Expression (the "how" of learning)
Multiple Means of Engagement
Teachers must be flexible in the domain of engagement so each student can find a way into the learning experience, remain persistent in the face of challenge or failure, and continue to build self-knowledge Tips for engagement for students with FASD:
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Multiple Means of Representation
Learners' ability to perceive, interpret, and understand information is dependent upon the media and methods through which it is presented. For learning environments to support varied learners in all of these recognition processes, three broad kinds of options for representation are needed: options for perception; options for language, mathematical expressions, and symbols; and options for comprehension
Tips for representation for students with FASD:
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Multiple Means of Action and Expression
Support the development of expertise in executive functions such as goal setting, monitoring one's progress and adjusting approaches as needed, strategy development, and managing information and resources.
Tips for Action and Expression for students with FASD:
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References
Meyer, A., Rose, D.H., & Gordon, D. (2014) Universal design for learning: Theory and practice, Wakefield MA: CAST
Ashoka Teacher Kid [electronic image of young blonde girl]. (2015). Retrieved from
http://startempathy.org/blog/2012/12/teach-empathy-through-relationships
Meyer, A., Rose, D.H., & Gordon, D. (2014) Universal design for learning: Theory and practice, Wakefield MA: CAST
Ashoka Teacher Kid [electronic image of young blonde girl]. (2015). Retrieved from
http://startempathy.org/blog/2012/12/teach-empathy-through-relationships