Traditional Instruction
How do teachers typically deliver instruction in a more traditional classroom?
Teachers typically apply direct instruction using one delivery method.
How can teachers deliver instruction using Universal Design for Learning?
Teachers are capable of using multiple pathways to deliver instruction with UDL.
What is the focus of UDL Principle 1?
The focus of UDL Principle 1 is representation.
What is the focus of UDL Principle 2?
The focus of UDL Principle 2 is action and expression.
What is the focus of UDL Principle 3?
The focus of UDL Principle 3 is engagement.
How are learners seen to acquire knowledge using a traditional approach?
Traditionally, students are seen to learn through rote memorization, repetitive practice, followed by assessments.
How are learners seen to acquire knowledge with a UDL approach?
Students play an active role in their own learning by engaging with the content being taught.
What does representation look like in UDL?
Representation in the classroom is the ability to present learning information in multiple formats with broad accessibility.
What does action and expression look like in UDL?
What does engagement look like in UDL?
Students stay engaged by applying their interests and are encouraged to explore topics in multiple ways.
What are some typical expectations of students in a traditional setting?
What are some expectations of students in a UDL classroom?
Students are expected to explore learning content using personal interests, preferences, and abilities.
How can I begin showing representation of UDL in the classroom?
Using a variety of learning methods and supplying a combination of visual and auditory content.
What is an example of action and expression in the classroom?
Allowing students to use a different form of writing production. (whiteboard, keyboard, marker/pen, etc.)
What is an example of engagement using UDL?
Teachers can engage students by using technology or hands-on manipulatives for learning.
How do teachers assess students in UDL?
Teachers will assess students through UDL by allowing skills and knowledge to be tested using multiple methods.
How can I provide multiple ways to present background knowledge using UDL?
Activating student BG knowledge can be done by showing pictures, telling stories, hearing sounds, etc.
What are others ways that students can use different forms of expression in the classroom?
Teachers can allow students to complete tasks using video, presentation, drawings, etc. to engage in learning.
What is an example of engaging students culturally?
Students can explore a different culture by researching across multiple modalities. (technology, books, interviews, etc.)
Do I have traditional methods in my own teaching?
I assign identical worksheets that can be mundane.
How can I plan to use UDL in my classroom?
I can continue to build on my resources and find multiple methods of assessment in my classroom.
How can I implement UDL Principle 1 when assessing students?
Increasing my resources for technological, physical, verbal, and silent assessments that can help represent UDL in my class.
How can I implement UDL Principle 2 in my classroom?
Allowing music to engage students in learning; using videos for students to record journals, check-ins, speeches, presentations, etc.
How can I implement UDL Principle 3 in my classroom?
Students will engage in conversations to determine the relevancy of learning topics in our lives.