UDL

WhAT IS Use Universal Design for Learning?

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework based on extensive research that guides the development of flexible learning environments and aims at accommodating each individual students learning differences. With UDL, teachers can develop instructional goals to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

The ultimate goal of UDL is for all learners to become “expert learners.” Expert learners are purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, and strategic and goal-directed about learning.

UDL is a powerful approach because from the very start of a lesson, it helps an instructor anticipate and plan for all learners. The UDL approach makes sure that the greatest range of students can access and engage in learning—not just certain students.

An instructor doesn't need specific tools or technologies to follow UDL’s principles either. Instead, students choose from the tools and resources the instructor already has. They can use them in different ways. Instead of thinking that something needs to change about the students, UDL looks at the learning environment and makes sure it is flexible enough to meet the learners needs.