Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an international teaching practice that posits that our society must stop seeing students as inside or outside of the "normal" or "neuro-typical" learning bubble; learning in various ways is simply part of the human condition.
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An inclusive learning environment for students and teachers must be built on Universal Design for Learning, social-emotional learning, inquiry-based learning and Global Competencies to create equity, empathy, understanding, respect, pride, higher-order thinking skills, digital literacy and a sense of community for all.
UDL reduces barriers to learning for all learners.
The concept of universal and inclusive design was established internationally by UNICEF in the mid-1990s.
Learning for All 2013.pdf
Ontario Ministry of Education's 2013 document for teachers on how to implement UDL