Universal Design for Learning, UDL, is a framework drawing on three specific principles for creating lessons that provide access, participation, and learning for each and every student.

What are the three principles of UDL?

• Representation: Allows learners various ways of acquiring information and knowledge.

• Engagement: Taps into learners' interest, challenges them appropriately, and motivates them to learn.

• Expression: Allows students to use alternative ways to demonstrate what they know.

As educators, must employ flexibility, include alternatives, appreciate differences, set appropriate learning goals, and focus on reducing barriers within curriculum. This is how we ensure that the classroom environment is set-up with the focus of developing expert learners. Technology is ever changing and always improving in ways to get stronger and smarter. This industry is always creating and improving inclusive assistive devices for those with disabilities. This type of technology is our future and positively impacts personal lives, work opportunities, and educational options for those with disabilities. Through this professional development module, I now know how to utilize alternate access and assistive technology to deepen learning even further and ensure that each and every child has equal access in my classroom.