Universal+Design+for+Learning

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework for designing curricula that enable all individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for learning. UDL provides rich supports for learning and reduces barriers to the curriculum while maintaining high achievement standards for all.
 * [|Universal Design for Learning]**

Dave Edyburn's presentation on UDL and Assistive Technology at NECC 2005. Includes a podcast of his presentation.
 * Accessing the General Curriculum Though Flexible Technology**
 * Resources for Universal Design for Learning from Dave Edyburn's wiki

**//Differentiated Instruction links from//** []

 * ====[|Dr. Carol Ann Thomlinson's Website]====
 * ====[|Podcast Series with Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson]====
 * ====[|Differentiating Instruction for Advanced Learners in the Mixed-Ability Middle School Classroom]====
 * ====[|Although Some Voice Doubts, Advocates Say Differentiated Instruction Can Raise the Bar for All]====
 * ====[|From Theory to Practice: The Challenges of Heterogeneous Classrooms]====
 * ====[|Differentiation Toolbox] Wonderful resource! There's even a quiz on understanding differentiated instruction.====
 * ====[|Co-Teaching in the Multi-Level Classroom Part II](Although this article is on co-teaching, it contains some good information on differentiated learning.)"Differentiated learning does not require a unique lesson plan for each student; what it does necessitate are questions that challenge children of all ability levels, writes educator Mindy Fattig, co-author of "Co-Teaching in the Differentiated Classroom." She encourages teachers to establish a positive learning environment that allows students to discover what kind of learners they are ."====
 * ====[|Education Week Chat Session on Performance-based Assessment] (includes information on differentiated learning)====
 * ====[|Online course for learning how to differentiate instruction.]====
 * ====[|Essential Question: How do I effectively and efficiently reach all students in a heterogeneous environment?]====
 * ====[|Adapt Lessons to Reach All Students]====

[|Four Ways to Differeniate Objectives]

Universal Design for Learning: Strategies, Tools, & Resources