1.+Universal+Design+for+Learning

=__From [|CAST]__= Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework for designing curricula that enable all individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for learning. UDL provides rich supports for learning and reduces barriers to the curriculum while maintaining high achievement standards for all.

=[|Teaching Every Student] - CAST offers the entire book online. Great additional resources.=
 * [|Four One-Minute Videos from CAST] that explain UDL**

= UDL PRINCIPLES OFFER MULTIPLE METHODS OF: =
 * **Engagement** - build upon learner's interests and strengths taps into **Affective networks** -How students are engaged and motivated. How they are challenged, excited, or interested. These are affective dimensions—the "why" of learning.
 * **Representation** - provide alternative ways to acquire knowledge and promote learning taps into **Recognition Networks** - Gathering facts. How we identify and categorize what we see, hear, and read. Identifying letters, words, or an author's style are recognition tasks—the "what" of learning.
 * **Expression** - offer additional ways for students to demonstrate what they know taps in **Strategic network -** Planning and performing tasks. How we organize and express our ideas. Writing an essay or solving a math problem are strategic tasks—the "how" of learning.


 * [|UDL Guidelines]**

**WHERE IS THE DISABILITY?** When considering the curriuculum, change the questions from, "What can't this student do?" and "Why can't the student do this?" (blaming the student) to "What barriers will the student encounter when participating in this unit or lesson?" (blaming the curriculum).
 * [|How is the Curriculum Disabled?]**


 * [|UDL Lesson Builder] -** Step by Step Guide to create and edit your own lesson plans


 * [|UDL Curriculum Self Check]** - Provides structured support to create a universally designed curriculum unit

Featured Tools

 * [|UDL Book Builder]: Build your own digital books with rich learning supports
 * [|UDL Lesson Builder]: Craft lessons that reach and engage all learners
 * [|UDL Editions By CAST]: Read classic texts from world literature in highly supported digital environments
 * [|CAST Strategy Tutor]: Develop and manage Web-based lessons and projects

Diagnosing the Curriculum

 * [|UDL Curriculum Self Check - Provides structured support to create a universally designed curriculum unit>]
 * [|Curriculum Barriers Finder]

Planning the UDL Curriculum

 * [|Planning for All Learners Toolkit]
 * [|UDL Solutions Finder]
 * [|UDL Goal Setter]
 * [|UDL Class Profile Maker]
 * [|Digital Content in the Classroom]
 * [|Image Collector]
 * [|Internet Inquiry Toolkit]
 * [|Supporting, Engaging, and Enhancing Curriculum]
 * [|TES Journal]