Resource Page: UDL for your Syllabus
Work in Progress. Please share resources. Erika Berroth. berrothe@southwestern.edu
CAST is a nonprofit education research and development organization that created the Universal Design for Learning framework and UDL Guidelines, now used the world over to make learning more inclusive. CAST’s staff contribute to books, journal articles, policy statements, magazine and newsletter pieces, and are also contributors to radio programs, podcasts, blogs, and videos. https://www.cast.org/products-services/resources
UDL Syllabus - from UDL On Campus. A collection of resources geared towards multiple stakeholders within postsecondary institutions, including instructional designers, faculty, policy makers, and administrators. The purpose of the site is to offer an understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in higher education
The UDL Guidelines: UDL The UDL Guidelines are a tool used in the implementation of Universal Design for Learning, a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn.
Research Guides: Universal Design for Learning (UDL): UDL Syllabus Rubric A tool for self-discovery and planning improvements.
Inclusive Syllabus Design with Kirsten Helmer Workshop and resources.
Accessible classroom resources promote student engagement and agency Accessible Syllabus
The UDL Syllabus Rubric is a tool that can be implemented as part of a self-discovery related to course design and effectiveness. https://mtsac.libguides.com/udl/syllabus
Berkeley, UDL. In order to support faculty on how to frame a course with UDL principles in mind, EnACT~PTD constructed and evaluated a UDL Syllabus Rubric. This rubric and its elements are based on multiple years of research on UDL and course design and delivery. https://udl.berkeley.edu/udl-course-changes/udl-syllabus-rubric
The Inclusive Syllabus Series: Fonts. Blog with great information on using accessible fonts: https://wp.geneseo.edu/etc/the-inclusive-syllabus-series-fonts/ (uses Arial as default, 12-14 pt, black text on white background). Additional Resources for fonts: “Good Fonts for Dyslexia – An Experimental Study”. Techwalla: “The Best Fonts for Readability”. TypeZebra – test out fonts in a web browser
The Inclusive Syllabus Series: Color. Use a color contrast comparison tool, like WebAIM’s, to check for readability of text and hyperlinks. View your document in high-contrast resolution to ensure all information is still visible. Don’t rely on color alone to convey information in your document https://wp.geneseo.edu/etc/the-inclusive-syllabus-series-color/