The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 19, 2021

Karen Janowski and her coauthors have written a book Inclusive Learning 365: Edtech Strategies for Every Day of the Year. UDL Principles to Reach Every Child. From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Listen to Karen Janowski Talk About 365 Inclusive Edtech Ideas in Her Book.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 30, 2017

“The best thing about Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is that it keeps the rigor of content and standards, but allows for flexibility in the way learners come to their own understanding of the material,” says Jason Marshall of YouthBuild USA. To learn more about UDL for adult learners, read our blog Tight on Goals, Flexible on Means.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Research-Based Strategies for Distance Learning with Dr. Matthew Rhoads Dr. Matthew Rhoads is teaching at a distance and coaching other teachers to improve their teaching as well. Wherever I work, my lesson plans are with me. I hope you’ll check out Planboard now!

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eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2024

The UDL framework can help teachers shape inclusive learning environments and can support K-12 leaders in implementing new programs. UDL is not another program that teachers have to shoehorn into their already-crammed day–rather, it is a process and framework to help educators ensure they are reaching all learners.

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Waterford

AUGUST 6, 2021

The Universal Design for Learning (also known by its abbreviation UDL and occasionally just “universal learning”) is an educational framework designed by CAST, an educational research organization located in Boston. At the core of the UDL framework is providing students with the individualized support they need to succeed.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2024

Once teachers have a clear sense of where their students are beginning in relation to specific concepts and skills, they can use the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning models to design lessons that are accessible, inclusive, and equitable.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Strategies for educators to support inclusive learning Inclusive classrooms are classrooms where students with diverse abilities and backgrounds learn together in a mainstream classroom setting. Here are three strategies for educators to support inclusive learning: 1.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 11, 2018

Throw out Learning Styles and Replace it with UDL. So the focus in the classroom is really developing great independent learning skills, based upon who they are, using the UDL lens of Access , Engage , and Express. Where do we start understanding UDL. UDL has been around a little while. Enhanced Transcript.

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Edsurge

MAY 31, 2023

Christopher Bugaj Assistive Technology Specialist, Loudoun County Public Schools One way for educators to meet the needs of students is to integrate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) into their instructional practices. In short, UDL is a launching point for providing personalized learning experiences. But the menu is not infinite.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 5, 2021

In this post, I’ll share some strategies and resources I found useful when preparing to use the station rotation model at the beginning of the school year. For more information on grouping strategies, check out this blog. The first few weeks of the year can be anxiety-inducing.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Despite my familiarity with all of the ISTE Standards, I have found that I am thinking much more deeply about the ISTE Standards for Educators as I go through this process with my cohort (which I appreciate)… One of our activities asked us to reflect on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) guidelines. Related Posts.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 13, 2020

You’ll learn strategies to help students use technology to support their writing goals with Christopher Bugaj. UDL and Reading Online. Jason Carroll will tackle helping us understand how to use UDL as we help every child become a successful reader. Tools and Strategies. Tech Tools and Writing.

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MiddleWeb

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

ELA educator Cheryl Mizerny invites you to have fun developing your own UDL-enhanced unit. The former special ed teacher details how using Universal Design for Learning helps all learners grow, then she shares her argumentative writing unit enhanced with UDL practices.

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Hapara

JANUARY 10, 2024

In today’s educational landscape, personalized learning has emerged as a key strategy to address individual learner profiles, interests and abilities. By leveraging AI tools in line with UDL principles, educators can simplify the process of personalized learning. Then, add the various content versions to the second column.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 9, 2022

For EALA, this is a clear signal that we, as an education community, must commit to the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) for the benefit of all learners. A vocal proponent of UDL, Meeks reflects on her approach to student engagement: “How do I create a content lesson so that it is engaging for all learners? [W]hen

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Edsurge

MAY 17, 2022

Propping up her vigorous routine are the poles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the perfect blend of education technology, ensuring that everything keeps spinning along at the right pace and momentum. EdSurge: How do you bring the principles of UDL into your classroom—with or without the help of technology? Absolutely.

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MiddleWeb

JUNE 28, 2018

Offering 365 ways to teach and challenge all learners, Paula Kluth's Universal Design Daily provides many fresh and tried and true ideas for incorporating UDL into the classroom, says special education teacher Stacy Thorpe. A great resource to share with coworkers.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 19, 2020

4 – UDL – Universal Design for Learning Inaccessibility is still a major downfall of some online learning implementations. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) ensures that lessons are accessible for every student. UDL is an excellent framework that can be used in any classroom.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 13, 2017

UDL and Opportunity Youth. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is “a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn” ( CAST ). UDL’s guiding principles are: All people learn differently; The emotion behind learning is as important as the learning; and.

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EdTechTeacher

APRIL 18, 2019

It focuses on utilizing teaching strategies that provide students with multiple options for taking in and processing information, making sense of ideas, and then expressing their learning. It is the process by which teachers utilize a variety of tools and strategies to meet the needs of their diverse group of students.

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SpeechTechie

JANUARY 3, 2011

CAST is a Massachusetts-based organization promoting UDL, or Universal Design for Learning. The UDL Book Builder is designed to present books created by educators in a way that is accessible to all, with a screen-reader and skill-building helpers built into the site. auditory comprehension UDL'

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EdTechTeacher

JUNE 14, 2023

Together with his team, Sam has developed the award-winning online learning program Next Generation Teacher , the first UDL-TPACK integrated model, and the Next Gen Teacher Competencies—a personalized learning framework for educators. Using AI as your personal teaching assistant.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 23, 2021

Since its inception, Digital Promise has been researching and designing approaches, in partnership with school districts across the country, to enable schools and teachers to create and implement strategies to support learner variability , an initiative currently led by our Chief Learning Officer, Vic Vuchic.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Related: So you think you understand UDL? Here are five strategies that I use in my classroom, rooted in an Instructional Design Framework , that other teachers can use to bring powerful learner experiences to their classrooms. Customize content.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 13, 2017

One of the key elements of the curriculum-design approach known as Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is student engagement — creating opportunities for students to become engaged and stay motivated, to believe that what they’re learning is important, and to feel capable in their learning. Among the many action points in UDL Now!

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 2, 2023

Shifting to Giving Feedback During the Process In this chapter, Dr. Novak and I explore strategies designed to transform the way teachers give feedback. The chapter emphasizes three key strategies that promote a culture of feedback and empower students in the feedback process.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 20, 2023

This self-monitoring encourages students to stay engaged in their learning process, identify effective strategies they’ve used, and recognize when they might need to adjust their approach or need additional support. They can reflect on their progress, the effectiveness of their learning strategies, and their growth over time.

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EdTechTeam

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

And, look at all Marzano’s high yield strategies in one activity: similarities and differences, advanced organizers, and cooperative learning. . Benefit #3: The 4 C’s and UDL. The principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) are also evident. Kim incorporates best practices including WICOR, UDL, ELL.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2024

Implementing culturally responsive teaching practices, incorporating UDL into the learning design process, and building accessibility into every learning experience are three critical components. Learn more about the district’s strategy for integrating SEL into before- and after-school programs.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

With a UDL curriculum in place, the majority of teachers’ work will be to create strong emotional connections with remote students and letting them know that they belong to a community of learners where everyone is valued. 6 Ways in which an LMS is central to an effective e-learning strategy.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

Courses about Student Mental Health Strategies for Addressing Student Anxiety With the strategies and interventions you learn in this course, you will be able to create a classroom environment where students can successfully cope with stressors and instead focus on learning.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

In my new book with Dr. Katie Novak, UDL and Blended Learning , I share a story about working with an architect to design a new home after my family lost our house in the Tubbs Fire in 2017. Yet, when we think about many of the instructional strategies we have used for years (e.g., Identify and Remove Barriers.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

When Should Teachers Use This Strategy? Communicating “Must-do” Stations to Students Logistically, teachers can use a few strategies to communicate with students about which stations are “must-do” during a rotation.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2023

For Caldwell, one strategy is to appreciate that students offer diverse backgrounds and talents. Some educators may feel overwhelmed by adding projects to their already busy curriculum, but Caldwell and Fielding offer two strategies that can greatly reduce stress and time: use rubrics for assessment and incorporate peer reviews.

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Shake Up Learning

JANUARY 16, 2024

I’m making it a priority to help myself and others learn strategies to escape burnout. Emily Nagoski dives deep into the complexities of stress and burnout, offering insights and strategies to break free from the cycle. Check out what I’m writing and sharing on the Teacher Revival blog.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Identify the desired results or the learning objectives Decide on an assessment strategy Create the learning path What do you want students to know, understand, or do at the end of this playlist? What assessment strategy will you use? How will you measure progress toward learning objectives? Choice Boards.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

9) Blog—Universal Design for Learning: Powering Personalized Experiences for All Students Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a parallel approach similar to personalized learning. In this blog post we provide an in-depth analysis of UDL and why more teachers are considering this option for their classroom.

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