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The pedagogical framework to designing learning environments to teach and to support ALL learners!
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2011 OCALI Conference and UDL Summit

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The 2011 Universal Design for Learning Summit takes place at the OCALI Conference on November 18th at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, OH. The UDL Summit is a community forum focused on current research, new technology, practical applications and resources at state and national levels.

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Personalized Learning Interactive Guide - BC

This interactive discussion guide is part of an ongoing dialogue to create an education system that enables each learner in BC to meet his or her full potential...
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Universal Design for Learning: It’s Not Just for Disability Experts Anymore (The Confessions of a First-Time Teacher)

Universal Design for Learning: It’s Not Just for Disability Experts Anymore (The Confessions of a First-Time Teacher) | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it

This first year teacher writes a personal letter to her English 101 Students and asks the question every teacher should be asking themselves:  "When I get up in front of the class, to which student am I teaching?"

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PATINS Project: UDL Resources

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The PATINS Project has been applying the principles of UDL for several years and they have provided many UDL resources on their site.  They will hold a Technology Expo in April of 2012 on their work.

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UDL at a Glance

Watch this brief video to learn what UDL is and how it can be used to teach and support all learners!  CAST is a nonprofit research and development organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals, especially those with disabilities, through Universal Design for Learning.

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UDL Curriculum Self-Check

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Use this site to help you apply UDL principles in your teaching to reach and engage all of your students. The goal of UDL is to enable all individuals to gain knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for learning. Learn about UDL, Check Your Curriculum, or Explore Resources for ideas on how to build options and flexibility into each element of your curriculum.


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Advocacy Highlights from the Field | National Center On Universal Design for Learning

"Secretary Duncan Suggests ESEA Should Include UDL"

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The ASHA Leader Article - Universal Design for Learning: Meeting the Needs of All Students

The real challenge for educators, is to provide learning opportunities in the general-education curriculum that are inclusive and effective for all students.
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UDL-IRN

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Universal Design for Learning Implementation and Research Network founded in 2010. 

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UDL in the National Educational Technology Plan

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Karen Cator has stated in many of her presentations that UDL is the key tenet in the National Educational Technology Plan. Learn what that means as we transform our learning environments in the 21st Century.

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ISTE Webinar - Built in Moodle: The Universally Designed Digital Learning Environment

ISTE Webinar  - Built in Moodle: The Universally Designed Digital Learning Environment | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it

Designing digital learning environments could be one way to personalize learning for students.  Learn how two teachers created universally-designed learning environments in Moodle to support the diversity of learners in their classrooms.  Webinar airs on October 5th, 1 PM PST, 4 PM EST.

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UDL and Mobile Apps

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Mobile apps can be leveraged to support the principles of UDL.  Discover why these apps are UDL!

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National Center On Universal Design for Learning

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The primary resource on Universal Design for Learning and the UDL Task Force.

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How the Human Brain Retains Information - Infographic

How the Human Brain Retains Information - Infographic | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it

The human brain consists of about one billion neurons. Each neuron forms about 1,000 connections to other neurons, amounting to more than a trillian connections. This amounts to quite a large storage capacity. At Mindflash they examine how the brain retains all this information and displays it visually – after all, visuals are the easiest media to retain for most.  Here is the science behind UDL!


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Best Practices in Teaching using UDL Strategies - The Center for Teaching and Faculty Development

Best Practices in Teaching using UDL Strategies - The Center for Teaching and Faculty Development | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it

A treasure chest of video case studies of faculty at SF State that have implemented best teaching practices by using UDL strategies in their classes.

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HIAT - Video Examples of UDL Practice in Middle School

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Montgomery County Schools offers numerous examples of UDL practices in the middle school classroom.

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Intellipad iPad app focuses on special education needs | Education | Macworld

Intellipad iPad app focuses on special education needs | Education | Macworld | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it
New Intellipad 1.0 iPad app is aimed at making Apple's tablet more useful for special education students learning to read, write, and communicate.
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Free mind mapping (and related types) software - WikIT

Free mind mapping (and related types) software - WikIT | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it

Mind Mapping Software is a key tool to provide Multiple Means of Representation under the UDL framework.  This site provides an extensive index of available mind maps, mostly free.

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Differentiated Instruction with UDL | National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials

Differentiated Instruction with UDL | National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it

Differentiated Instruction with UDL | National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials

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ITD Journal - UDL: A Statewide Improvement Model for Academic Success

A look at Kentucky's large scale systems change by intergrating UDL principles in curriculum and instruction.

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UDL - Meeting the Needs of Learners Presentation

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UDL Toolkit

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Learn about the "free" tools that can support UDL in all classrooms.

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UDL in Maryland

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The State of Maryland has taken an important step in adopting UDL statewide from K-20.  Congratulations!

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UDL Guidelines 2.0 | National Center On Universal Design for Learning

UDL Guidelines 2.0 | National Center On Universal Design for Learning | UDL - Universal Design for Learning | Scoop.it

Join the conversation of the UDL Guidelines - Version 2.0 on UDL Connect.

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UDL Learning Wheel

The UDL Wheel is designed to help educators select tools that are aligned to the three UDL Principles:  1) Provide Multiple Means of Representation, 2) Provide Multiple Means of Expression and 3) Provide Multiple Means of Engagement.

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