Post on 18-Dec-2015
NOTE
Because of size, videos used in the presentation on May 17 have been removed from this slide set. Links to videos that can be shared are posted separately on the UDL Connect site for this presentation located at
http://community.udlcenter.org/group/fdlrs-florida?xg_source=activity
Presentation Slide SetPART TWO
Learning environments designed according to UDL principles have some
critical elements but do not look the same.
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SLIDES REMOVED
UDL and Other InitiativesDesigning and delivering instruction according
to UDL principles can improve the impact and results of other initiatives!
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Response to Intervention
• Application of scientific, research-based interventions in general education
• Measurement of a child's response to these interventions
• Use of the RTI data to inform instruction
Response to Intervention can be seamless in UDL Environments
Connecting UDL and RTI
Shouldn’t we really be talking aboutRESPONSIVE INTERVENTION
rather than Response TO Intervention?
David RoseCAST Founder and Chief Scientist
Connecting UDL and RTI
In what ways could implementation of UDL principles increase the effectiveness of MTSS?
Do any UDL principles undermine MTSS?
Perspectives and Reflections
UDL lowers barriers for most, but Special Education supports and services are needed by some
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For example… Connecting UDL and AT
• Assistive technology device means any item, piece of equipment, or product system...that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of a child with a disability.
For example… Connecting UDL and AT
Universally Designed Technologies and AT
• Students with sensory, physical, cognitive or language disabilities may need personal enhancements to access the universally designed technologies.
wheelchairs, adaptive switches to control devices, mobility aids, hand controls, arm/wrist supports, page-turning devices, modified keyboards, voice-recognition programs, built-in accessibility features of computers' operating systems, screen readers, braille readers
Building a ramp doesn’t remove the need for a wheelchair!
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For example… Connecting UDL and AT
• Universal Design looks to make the learning environment as flexible and accommodating as possible.
• Assistive Technology looks at the specific barriers a student may face in whatever environment they find themselves.
• Both approaches strive to insure the access, participation & progress of students
Assistive technologies broaden usability of instructional and productivity technologies
IF
Instructional hardware and software are designed and developed according to universal design principles that enable interfacing to occur
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For example… Connecting UDL and AIM
• Students with print-related disabilities who must gain the information they need to complete tasks, master IEP goals, and reach curricular standards
• Students who are unable to obtain information through the use of traditional print materials
• Students who sometimes prefer media other than print for learning tasks in various environments
Big Ideas in AIM
• Materials that are designed or enhanced in a way that they are usable across the widest possible range of student variability regardless of format (print, digital, graphical, audio, video)
• Content may be “designed for print delivery” and require retrofitting for accessibilty
• Content may be “designed for digital delivery” and difficult to retrofit if not broadly usable or accessible from the start
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Accessible PRINTED Materials
• Typically require retrofitting into specialized formats that presents the same content in a different way.
• Typically require technology for delivery and/or interaction
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• The information is the content
• Technology is the delivery system upon which the content is presented to the student
Big Ideas in AIM
Big Ideas in AIM
Both the content and the technologies used to deliver the content, including hardware and software, must be accessible to and usable by the individual student.
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Is accessibility still a concern as the world at large moves to digital?
YES! Many digital materials are not accessible!
Accessible DIGITAL Materials
Purchase
Accessible
Learning
Materials
The PALM Initiative
The PALM Initiative
Benefits of purchasing digital materials that are accessible from the start
• Supports inclusion
• Benefits all students’ learning
• Benefits students, families and
teachers
• Reduces complexity
• Reduces additional costs
If all students are:• expected to participate and progress in the
general education curriculum• are held accountable for high achievement
they need access to the information contained in the print-based instructional materials in formats from which they can gain meaning.
Good Common Sense
For example… Connecting UDL and AIM
Consider ways in which the implementation of UDL could impact exceptional education supports,
services… and service providers.
Perspectives and Reflections
Although teachers play a key role, full implementation of UDL is not something
that teachers can do alone!
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“Before anything else, preparation is the key to success
Alexander Graham Bell
The UDL Planning Process
Goal setting
Consider Variability-UDL
Select Assessment
Select Methods/ Materials/Media
Implement
Reflect
How are YOUR responsibilities related to building environments in which goals, assessment,methods and materials encourage and support the participation and achievement of ALL students?
It Takes Collaboration at all Levels of the Organization…
• Developing curricular goals?• Selecting learning materials? • Selecting and integrating technology?• Coordinating or providing professional
learning opportunities?• Preparing teachers and service providers?• Providing regional/district/campus/school
leadership? • Teaching every student?• Providing an exceptional ed service?
It Takes Collaboration at all Levels of the Organization…
Video:
“What Educators Say” Educators Say…
CAST 2012
EVERY student can reach success. What will YOU ensure they get there?
As a result of our time together today, write…
3 things you want to know more about2 things you will share with others
1 thing you will do on Monday
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Perspectives and Reflections
Resources and Tools for Educators and Students
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UDL in Action!
Cool Tools for Students
• Book Builder• UDL Editions• Science Writer• Strategy Tutor• Coming Soon!
UDL Report Writer
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Cool Tools for Teachers
• UDL Guidelines• UDL You Tube Channel• UDL Lesson Builder• UDL Curriculum Self-Check• UDL Online Modules• Teaching Every Student• UDL Studio
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In summary…
Leadership and advocacy are essential and there are “Just in
Time” supports available to help!
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National Center on UDL
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http://udlcenter.org/
…supports the effective implementation of UDL by connecting stakeholders in the field and providing resources and information about… • UDL Basics• The value of UDL• UDL implementation • Research supports for UDL Framework• Connections to others in the UDL field
Major UDL Resource Collections
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The National Center on UDLhttp://udlcenter.org
UDL Community of Practicehttp://community.udl.org
The National UDL Task Forcehttp://www.advocacyinstitute.org/UDL/legislative.shtml
CASThttp://www.cast.org
• Is a framework for ensuring access, participation and progress in the general education curriculum
• Assumes and plans for diverse student strengths and needs
• Places emphasis on using digital technology and other strategies and materials to support diverse learners
• Includes assistive technology for some• Is not limited to high tech environments
UDL in a nutshell…
Vaclav Havel
“It is not enough to stare up the steps…We must step up the stairs”
Provide Access by planning and leading and teaching in ways that eliminates barriers to learning
Increase Participation by providing options that Increase recognition, expression &, engagement
Demonstrate achievement by monitoring progress and documenting change in professional practices and student achievement
Stepping Up the UDL Stairs
Encourage educators and families to:• Visit the UDL Center Web Site• Peruse the UDL Guidelines and dig
deeply into them• View examples and try out ideas• Work through the UDL Online Modules• Join in UDL conversations with others
grappling with the same challenges and opportunities
Stepping Up the UDL Stairs
• Think about major state and local initiative major initiatives
• Identify barriers that slow progress • Consider how UDL features can lower
barriers and support achievement of those initiatives
• Demonstrate how UDL features increase efficiency and effectiveness
• ALWAYS equate ROI of resources with student achievement!!
Stepping Up the UDL Stairs
Considering Next Steps
The primary goals for professional learning are changes in educator practice and increases in student learning.
This is a process that occurs over time and requires support for implementation to embed the new learning into practices.
Learning Forward. (2011). Implementation. Standards of Professional Learning.
Considering Next Steps
Professional learning services from CAST:
• Presenters (on-site workshop presentation)• Online Facilitators• Instructional Coaches (on-site or virtual
instructional facilitation)• Curriculum Designers (lesson or curriculum
development)• Implementation Facilitators (systems support)
VIDEO:
Taylor Mali “What Teachers Make
Joy Smiley Zabalajzabala@cast.org
Grace Meogmeo@cast.org
We’re just a fingertip away…