Using Universal Design for Learning to Design Standards-Based Lessons

Bibliographic Data

ID3597876
AuthorsKavita Rao (0000-0002-4970-7352, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, corresponding author), Grace Meo (Center for Applied Special Technology)
Year2016
Volume6
Issue4
Publication date2016-10-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueSAGE Open (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2158-2440 • E-ISSN: 2158-2440
PublisherSAGE Publications Inc (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1177/2158244016680688
OpenAlexW2558809297
LanguageEN
Citations received32
References cited13

The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework can be used to proactively design lessons that address learner variability. Using UDL guidelines, teachers can integrate flexible options and supports that ensure that standards-based lessons are accessible to a range of learners in their classrooms. This article presents a process that teachers can use as they develop standards-based lesson plans. By "unwrapping" academic standards and applying UDL during the lesson planning process, teachers can identify clear goals aligned with an academic standard and develop flexible methods, assessments, and materials that address the needs and preferences of varied learners. General educators and special educators can use this process to develop inclusive lesson plans that address all learners, with and without disabilities

Mathematics education · Universal design · Universal Design for Learning · Collaborative Teaching and Inclusion · Computer Science · Disability Education and Employment · Education Systems and Policy · Psychology

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