1. Universal Design for Learning Part II An Academic View

2. Objectives 2 Identify at least two ways to apply UDL in the physical academic setting. List examples of representation, demonstration/ expression, and engagement. Identify at least two ways to apply UDL to instructional materials. Identify at least two ways to apply UDL to instructional methods.

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4. UDL Background Review and Reflection

5. UDL Review  Roots in “universal design movement”  Benefits  Usable by all people  Multiple approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners  Set of principles that provides opportunities for all individuals to learn  Other benefits 5

6. UDL Review (cont.)  UDL extends this concept to education by applying the understanding of how the brain processes information to the design of curricula that accommodate diverse learning needs. 6

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8. Reflection  What is one change you would make in your own physical work environment that would make you more productive?  What is one way/method that you prefer to get new information from your boss?  How do you prefer to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to your superiors? 8

9. Why UDL? 9

10. UDL in Academics  What are some ways that we create accessibility in our academic classrooms?  Think about physical setting, instructional methods, and instructional materials…  Who all does this benefit? 10

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12. UDL EXAMPLES Physical Setting

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14. UDL Examples Physical Setting  Adjustable desk and chair heights  Quiet work areas (sound/noise considerations)  Adjustable lighting  Rules and procedures available in multiple formats  Classroom set-up to accommodate wheelchairs, special equipment, etc… 14

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16. UDL Examples Instructional Methods

17. UDL Examples Instructional Methods  Multi-sensory teaching  Multiple intelligences  Student-centered learning  Project-based learning  Cooperative learning (group work)  Differentiated instruction  Performance-based assessment 17

18. How to get started  Use multiple strategies to teach content  Offer a choice of learning context  Use a variety of materials  Provide cognitive supports  Teach to a variety of learning styles  Provide flexible opportunities to demonstrate knowledge 18

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20. UDL Example in Job Corps  Bluetube  Aaron Litz, MIS Administrator  Blue Ridge Job Corps Center  Phone: 276.783.7221 ext. 281  Email: Litz.Aaron@jobcorps.org

21. UDL Example in Job Corps  Mike Steele, Work Based Learning Coordinator  The idea of Bluetube from the planning stage all the way to implementation stage has truly been a remarkable accomplishment. Especially for a program that is mainly self- paced. The technical knowhow to pull this off can only be done by hours of hard work, and the genuine desire to help students succeed. It allows instructors to pay greater attention the things in the classroom that may otherwise be overlooked if they are lecturing all day plus it permits the student to learn at their own pace. They can rewind and listen to any parts they want to hear again without the feeling of being a distraction if they would have asked in an open forum. It’s another step forward in our mission to prepare students for the workplace.

22. UDL Example in Job Corps  Solmarie Fontanez-Rivera, SGA President  BlueTube is a way for students to get lectures without taking up the teacher’s time. Honestly, it’s genius. We all get the lectures we need while allowing the teachers to take care of other, more pressing issues.

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26. Let’s Practice in Math  4 students on accommodation plans for attention issues  3 students on accommodation plans for Dyscalculia (difficulty with numbers)  2 students on accommodation plans for auditory processing issues  5 students that are English Language Learners 26

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30. UDL and Math  Highlight patterns, critical features, big ideas, and relationships  Use graphic paper to organize math problems  Post vocabulary, key concepts, big ideas in multiple forms (use words, graphics, videos…)  De-clutter worksheets, boards, assignments  Use peer mentors, tutors, collaborative work  Create videos (i.e. Bluetube) 30

31. UDL Examples Instructional Materials

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33. UDL Examples Instructional Materials  How are the materials accessible to all?  What instructional materials are used?  How are instructional materials used?  Are the materials current or outdated?  Are the materials flexible?  Are students able to access the materials independently?  What about readability? 33

34. UDL Instructional Materials  Multiple means of representation  Multiple means of expression  Multiple means of engagement 34

35. Adapting Materials  Adding graphics to emphasize concepts  Providing more “white space” to remove distractions (de-clutter)  Using bold feature, large print, colors  Consider readability  Create recordings to accompany written work  If digital, insert supportive links that emphasize key concepts 35

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42. Practice! UDL Case Studies

43. Let’s Practice!  Think about one worksheet or assignment that you use most of the time to teach your subject area.  Does it meet UDL guidelines?  Multiple means of representation  Multiple means of expression  Multiple means of engagement  What about students on accommodation plans?  What is one thing that you could change/add to make it more universally accessible? 43

44. Challenge  When you return to your teaching setting:  Assess your physical environment for more than just furniture placement:  Sights  Sounds  Smells  Assess at least one of your regular ways of teaching new information for:  Multiple ways of imparting that information  Assess at least one of your instructional materials for:  Meeting the needs of students on accommodation plans  Multiple ways for students to demonstrate their understanding 44

45. 45 Upcoming webinars! Coming August 2015! Universal Design for Learning: Career Technical Focus Upcoming Webinars!

46. 46 Upcoming webinars! Coming August 2015! Supporting Students with Emotional Disabilities and Behavior De-escalation Strategies Upcoming Webinars!

47. RESOURCES Websites, Organizations and Regional Disability Coordinators

48. Organizations  Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST)  offers extensive UDL resources and strategies on its website.  www.cast.org www.cast.org  Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology (DO-IT)  offers supports for incorporating UDL principles into the postsecondary setting and experiences of students with disabilities  http://www.washington.edu/doit http://www.washington.edu/doit  National Center for Accessible Media  provides information and resources for expanding access to educational and media technologies for students with disabilities  http://ncam.wgbh.org http://ncam.wgbh.org 48

49. Organizations (cont.)  National Center on Universal Design for Learning (National UDL Center)  supports the effective implementation of UDL by connecting stakeholders in the field and providing resources and information about UDL and UDL implementation  http://www.udlcenter.org http://www.udlcenter.org  NIMAS Development and Technical Assistance Centers  serves as a resource for information about the policies, practices, and technologies related to the National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard (NIMAS)  http://aim.cast.org http://aim.cast.org 49

50. Organizations (cont.)  Teaching Every Student  includes a multimedia version of the book, Teaching Every Student in the Digital Age: Universal Design for Learning (Rose & Meyer, 2002). This website is designed for kindergarten through grade 12 teachers, but can be informative for adult education teachers  http://www.cast.org/teachingeverystudent http://www.cast.org/teachingeverystudent  UDL Guidelines from the National UDL Center  provides a set of strategies for implementing UDL along with practical suggestions  http://www.udlcenter.org/aboutudl/udlguidelines http://www.udlcenter.org/aboutudl/udlguidelines 50

51. 51 Job Corps Disability Website https://supportservices.jobcorps.gov/disability/Pages/default.aspx

52. 52 Job Corps Health & Wellness Website https://supportservices.jobcorps.gov/Health/Pages/default.aspx

53. Job Accommodation Network http://askjan.org 53

54. Regional Disability Coordinators  Boston, Philadelphia & Atlanta Regions – Kristen Philbrook kristen.philbrook@humanitas.com  Dallas Region – Laura Kuhn laura.kuhn@humanitas.com  Chicago and San Francisco Regions – Kim Knodel kimberly.knodel@humanitas.com 54

55. Questions? Thank you for attending!