Universal Design for Learning

This one-hour webinar is designed to support early childhood educators in creating inclusive and engaging learning environments through the lens of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Seasoned educators looking to enhance inclusive teaching practices and newcomers seeking guidance on creating accessible learning environments will benefit from this webinar. 

This page explains specialized UDL strategies for supporting diverse learners. Additional resources and articles about UDL and early childhood education are listed. 

The UDL Guidelines are a tool used in the implementation of Universal Design for Learning, a framework developed by CAST to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn. These guidelines offer a set of concrete suggestions that can be applied to any discipline or domain to ensure that all learners can access and participate in meaningful, challenging learning opportunities. 

This page provides the evidence base for UDL and additional resources about UDL including books, chapters, articles, and videos. 

CAST created the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework so that all learning experiences in school, the workplace, and life are thoughtfully designed to elevate strengths and eliminate barriers. This webpage defines the work of CAST and UDL. 

This article offers tips for educators and resources about universal design for learning (UDL) in early childhood settings. 

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a way of thinking about teaching and learning that helps give all students an equal opportunity to succeed. This approach offers flexibility in the ways students access material, engage with it and show what they know. Developing lesson plans this way helps all children, but it may be especially helpful for students with learning and attention issues. 

This website provides a definition of Universal Design for Learning (UDL).