Universal Design for Learning
Prerequisites
- Basic computer file management skills (e.g., creating, saving, and uploading files).
Recommended: Previous experience with PowerPoint or similar presentation software (e.g., the Teacher’s Academy course: PowerPoint for Educators).
Materials
- Internet Access
- Any word processing program (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs)
- PowerPoint or other presentation software (e.g., Google Slides)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader 11.1.01 or later.
Professional Learning Objectives
- Rethink the Myth of Average: Analyze the “Myth of Average” and respond to the video, reflecting on new ways to approach lesson planning for diverse learners, achieving 100% completion.
- Redesign Lessons Using UDL: Redesign a lesson using Universal Design for Learning principles to ensure all students are engaged and challenged, with 100% completion.
- Create a UDL Presentation: Design and present a multimedia presentation that demonstrates the application of UDL principles in lesson design, with 100% completion.