technology readiness
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Technology ReadinessLearner Diversity (UDL)
Why this Topic
The purpose of this presentation is to highlight the meaning of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) and it’s critical elements while equipping staff with technology resources to support learning diversity in the classroom.
Learn about UDL
http://www.udlcenter.org/
Form small groups
Find three items that describe UDL
What did you Learn?
Write Items about UDL Here:
Investigate
Let’s take a closer look at why UDL is important?
The Myth of Average
https://www.youtube.com/v/4eBmyttcfU4
Designed to Average??
Misunderstood Minds
Misunderstood Minds Website
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/misunderstoodminds/intro.html
Support for UDL● Need to teach in a way that students have multiple means for engaging in
curriculum (Edyburn, 2009).
● Student engagement decreases as students move through educational
system (Katz, 2013)
o UDL strategies support student engagement
o Supports students in poverty (Katz, 2013)
o Supports students with disabilities (Katz, 2013)
Critical Elements of UDL
1. Clear Goals2. Planning for Learner Variability3. Flexible Methods and Materials
● Representation (Principle I)● Expression (Principle II)● Engagement (Principle III)
4. Timely Progress Monitoring
Flexible Methods Continued
http://www.cast.org/library/UDLguidelines/version1.html
UDL Toolkit
Toolkit Websitehttp://udltechtoolkit.wikispaces.com/
Staff will be given time to explore content areas on the website. Report ways to use technology focusing on skills, interests and strengths.
RIT Score Math Games
MAP Math practice by RIT scorehttp://www.sowashco.k12.mn.us/ro/pages/studentlinks/map/
Design a lesson using the website include how it addresses the Critical Elements of UDL
RIT Score Reading Games
MAP Reading practice by RIT scorehttp://www.sowashco.k12.mn.us/ro/pages/studentlinks/map/reading.htm
Design a lesson using the website include how it addresses the Critical Elements of UDL
Resources for UDLThese Websites will assist in your implementation of
UDL lessons
Resources
Websites:http://www.udlcenter.org/https://www.youtube.com/v/4eBmyttcfU4http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/misunderstoodminds/intro.htmlhttp://udltechtoolkit.wikispaces.com/http://www.sowashco.k12.mn.us/ro/pages/studentlinks/map/http://www.sowashco.k12.mn.us/ro/pages/studentlinks/map/reading.htmhttps://www.educreations.com/http://bitsboard.com/
Resources ContinuedCourey, S. J., Tappe, P., Siker, J., & LePage, P. (2013). Improved lesson planning with universal design for learning (UDL). Teacher
Education and Special Education, 36(1), 7-27.
Edyburn, D. (2009). RTI and UDL interventions. Journal of Special Education Technology, 24(2), 46-47. Retrieved from
http://search.proquest.com/docview/228486520?accountid=10269
Finlayson, M. (2014). Addressing math anxiety in the classroom. Improving Schools, 17(1), 99-115
Katz, J. (2013). The three block model of universal design for learning (UDL): Engaging students in inclusive education. Canadian
Journal of Education, 36(1), 153-194. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/1440186282?accountid=10269