Al Noor Conference 2017

SESSION SLIDES: UDL.ASHA.SlidesHandout.November22..2014.pdf

SESSION FOLLOW UP:

CAST home page: http://www.cast.org/

National Center on UDL: http://www.udlcenter.org/

National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials: http://aim.cast.org

Frequently Asked Questions:

Question 1: How do I learn about UDL?

• About UDL - online article highlights critical aspects of UDL
• Video: UDL at a Glance - short YouTube video created by CAST illustrates 3 Principles.
  
• Video: David Rose introduces UDL
• Universal Design for Learning: Theory and Practice by Anne Meyer, David H. Rose, and David Gordon
• Video: Variability Matters - Todd Rose on 1/18/12  concept of variability (shoe & Rubik cube)
  
• Video: Myth of the Average - Todd Rose at TEDX Sonoma

Question 2: What are the UDL Guidelines?

• UDL Guidelines: Multiple Means of Representation; Action & Expression, Engagement
  
• "Tell me more" version of guidelines: https://sites.google.com/site/udlguidelinesexamples/
• Examples and Resources
• Research Evidence
• Video: Structure of the UDL Guidelines - David Rose discusses Guideline structure
• Educator's Worksheet for the UDL Guidelines

Question 3:  Are there multiple representations of  UDL Guidelines?

• Three Column representation:  udlguidelines2_0-3.pdf
• UDL Guideline "Do It Yourself" Wheel: UDL DIY Figure A.pdf & UDL DIY Figure  B.pdf
• Interactive UDL Learning Wheel - online interactive graphic designed by MD Department of Ed & Howard County Public Schools
• Free App for iPad, iPhone, Smart Phone - Search UDLinks App;  app provides support for teachers, students & parents interested in UDL

Question 4:  Where can I learn more about the importance of flexible, accessible learning materials to the implementation of UDL principles?

• Visit the web site of the National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials
• Check out the PALM Initiative  and download PALM documents to share with others involved with the selection and acquisition of learning materials for all.
• Learn more about how AEM supports student with special needs by exploring the AEM in Action with Juna, Bailey and More section of the AIM Center website
• Enter "AEM Quick Starts in the search window. The Quick Starts are available in a question and answer format for five groups with varying interests and responsibilities related to accessible materials and technologies.
  

Question 5:  Are there tools that can assist students, schools and families make decisions about accessible educational materials and supporting technologies?

• Find the AEM Navigator and the AEM Explorer at

           http://aem.cast.org/navigating/decision-tools.html