This study looks at the effectiveness of UDL training in teachers’ lesson plan writing skills. UDL training is found to be extremely effective in improving lesson plan writing skills.
Unluol Unal, N., Karal, M. A., & Tan, S. (2020). Developing accessible lesson plans with universal design for learning (UDL). International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 69(4), 1442–1456. https://doi.org/10.1080/1034912X.2020.1812539
This article looks at story mapping and how this reading strategy improves comprehension and fits into the UDL framework. An example lesson is provided. Including the principles of UDL in the story mapping process is highly emphasized.
Narkon, D. E., & Wells, J. C. (2013). Improving reading comprehension for elementary students with learning disabilities: UDL enhanced story mapping. Preventing School Failure: Alternative Education for Children and Youth, 57(4), 231–239. https://doi.org/10.1080/1045988X.2012.726286
This research review uses a meta-analysis to summarize findings about UDL, issues with research and provide suggestions for use. It is concluded that UDL based interventions are beneficial for increasing the accessibility of the curriculum.
Ok, M. W., Rao, K., Bryant, B. R., & McDougall, D. (2016). Universal design for learning in pre-k to grade 12 classrooms: A systematic review of research. Exceptionality, 25(2), 116–138. https://doi.org/10.1080/09362835.2016.1196450
This article looks at UDL, engagement in particular, and how preschool teachers can utilize this framework to meet the needs of preschool students. Several different strategies are named and suggested to improve accessibility in the preschool classroom.
Gauvreau, A. N., Lohmann, M. J., & Hovey, K. A. (2023). Circle is for everyone: Using UDL to promote inclusion during circle times. Young Exceptional Children, 26(1), 3-15. https://doi.org/10.1177/10962506211028576
This article is about using the UDL framework to guide writing curriculum for preschool. Ideas for materials, classroom setup, software and technology are all included.
Stockall, N. S., Dennis, L., & Miller, M. (2012). Right from the start: Universal design for preschool. Teaching Exceptional Children, 45(1), 10-17. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/epdf/10.1177/004005991204500103