T O R I M E Y E R

UNIVERSAL DESIGN

WHAT IS UNIVERSAL DESIGN (UD)?

• According to the Center for Universal Design, UD “is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design."

• Holds value on diversity and inclusiveness• In education, UD helps to equalize student learning

and reduce the large amount of students labeled “disable”

THE PROCESS

1. Identify the application2. Define the universe3. Involve consumers4. Adopt guidelines and standards5. Apply guidelines and standards6. Plan for accommodations7. Train and support8. Evaluate

THE PRINCIPLES

1. Equitable use2. Flexibility in Use3. Simple and intuitive4. Perceptible information5. Tolerance for error6. Low Physical Effort7. Size and space for approach and use

APPLICATIONS IN EDUCATION

• Can be applied to any product or environment• Representation- there must be multiple ways to

signify each lesson

4 2+2 (different representation of numbers)

(visual learners) (audio learners) (hands-on learners)

(different methods of instruction)

APPLICATIONS IN EDUCATION

• Action and expression- there must be multiple forms of assessment for the students

(different forms of student assessment)• Engagement- there must be multiple ways to

allow students to be involved in the lessons.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Burgstahler, Sheryl. "Universal Design: Process, Principles, and Applications." Universal Design: Process, Principles, and Applications. N.p., 2012. Web. 07 Jan. 2014.

"UDL: Principles and Practice." YouTube. YouTube, 17 Mar. 2010. Web. 07 Jan. 2014.