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Universal Design for Learning Online Training Module

Course Objectives

UDL is a good teaching practice that makes course concepts educationally accessible and skills attainable regardless of learning styles, and physical or sensory abilities.

After completing the online training course, you will:

  • Learn about the principles of Universal Design for Learning
  • Identify the benefits of Universal Design for Learning- both for you and your students
  • Understand the rationale of implementing Universal Design for Learning
  • Explore alternatives in conducting your classes
  • Learn how to implement Universal Design for Learning in your classes

Audio Versions of the UDL Online Training Module

Audio versions of the UDL Online Training Module are available in MP3 file format.









Assessment and Evaluation Documents

Several helpful documents are provided below to help you assess and improve your teaching through practicing UDL in your courses.

Video Case Studies

Take a look at these video case studies of faculty members practicing UDL in their course today. These videos also appear in the UDL Online Training Module.

Arlene Rodriguez, Springfield Technical Community College


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In this video example, Arlene Rodriguez shares how UDL and offering multiple methods of representation has enhanced her classes and teaching.

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File Size 12.7 MB

Dawn Tamarkin, Springfield Technical Community College


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In this video example, Dawn Tamarkin discusses how UDL helped her forge an innovative and successful approach to student engagement.

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File Size 7.00 MB

Neil Lindeman, San Francisco State University


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In this video example, Neil Lindeman uses a UDL strategy by soliciting creative and original work from students and directing them to share and critique their own work.

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File Size 10.4 MB

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