Explore Universal Design for Learning

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a set of principles that provide a blueprint for creating instructional goals, methods, materials, and assessments that work for everyone--not a single, one-size-fits-all solution but rather flexible approaches that can be customized and adjusted for individual needs.

CAST has recently updated to UDL 3.0 guidelines! The new guidelines make small shifts to highlight that the goal of UDL is learner agency that is purposefuland reflective, resourcefuland authentic, strategicand action-oriented. The resources below may be a mix demonstrating application of UDL 2.2 and 3.0 standards.

Review the new guidelines at https://tinyurl.com/5n6dxc69

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Applying UDL Principles in Your Classroom

Teaching Fundamentals

Develop an understanding of the basics of good teaching and successful student learning at COCC, including planning, assessment and classroom management.

Visit: https://www.cocc.edu/departments/cafe/teaching-and-classroom-management/teaching-fundamentals/

Accessible Course Design

Learn effective methods of using academic technology and design techniques to create and share course materials that support the needs of every student.

Visit: https://www.cocc.edu/departments/elearning/digital_accessibility/default.aspx

Anti-Racist Pedagogy

Explore methods to adopt and implement practices of course design and pedagogy that actively work toward creating anti-racist courses and classrooms.

Visit: https://www.cocc.edu/teaching-commons/anti-racist-pedagogy/default.aspx

Principles of Universal Design

1. Engagement: https://udlguidelines.cast.org/engagement/
2. Representation: https://udlguidelines.cast.org/representation/
3. Action and Expression: https://udlguidelines.cast.org/action-expression/

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UDL RESOURCES

• General
• CAST UDL Guidelines 3.0: http://udloncampus.cast.org


• Course Design
• Thomas Toban explains a UDL "Plus One" approach to your courses.
  Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDt1r3FcCQU
• The podcast series 'UDL in a Nutshell' explores student perspectives on the UDL principles and more.
  Listen: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2asuUJTUMQNLCO8qIvcZUH?si=4lkJqbNCRLeQmvDbTinUWQ&nd=1&dlsi=7d7d1aa1eb5a4565
• Mirko Chardin and Katie Novak discuss UDL as a framework for equity: If Equity is Priority, UDL is a Must
  Listen or Read: https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/udl-equity
• Incorporating UDL into Canvas Courses
  Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQnurw_SdTU


• eBook
• Incorporating Universal Design for Learning in Disciplinary Contexts in Higher Education
  Read: https://taylorinstitute.ucalgary.ca/resources/incorporating-universal-design-for-learning-in-disciplinary-contexts-in-higher-education-guide

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CHECKLISTS AND GUIDES

• From Theory to Practice - UDL Quick Tips: A quick reference guide from ACCESS @ Colorado State University with tips for objectives, course materials, teaching methods, and assessments as you implement UDL guidelines.
  Read: https://intranet.ad.cocc.edu/departments/elearning/universal_design/files/udl_quick_tips.pdf


• UDL Guidelines Checklist: Linn Benton CC provides a detailed checklist of what to consider in your course.
  Read: https://intranet.ad.cocc.edu/departments/elearning/universal_design/files/udl_checklist2.pdf


• Questions for Evaluating Your Curriculum: A series of reflective questions to consider as you create or update your course.
  Read: https://intranet.ad.cocc.edu/departments/elearning/universal_design/files/curriculum.pdf


• UDL Resources for All Grades: An extensive collection of resources from theudlproject.com, including lesson planning help and quick tips.
  Read: https://www.theudlproject.com/udl-resources---all-grades.html