Universal Design for Learning
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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a tool to help us design to include from the outset. It's guidelines prompt us to consider what will enable rather than dis-able learners in the way we teach and organise learning.
When you look at the guidelines, you'll see somethings you do already, but there will be some that may have never been on your radar.
The big win is that although learners bring huge variability to our communities, many needs are predictable and we can plan for them. Particularly through the thoughtful use of digital tools, we can create more courteous, inclusive learner-centred environments.
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NZC Online also have a resource page offering ideas and links to help students learn NZSL - http://nzcurriculum.tki.org.nz/Curriculum-resources/National-events-and-the-NZC/New-Zealand-Sign-Language-Week
- Chrissie Butler
Cheers Adele. There's great resources here. I really like the downloadable Fingerspelling guide.
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UDL links and resources
Last updated by Chrissie Butler Comments (5)UDL websites (background reading and resources) UDL on Maryland Learning Links - Maryland State Department of Education. website. Fabulous first base resource. National Center on Universal Design for Learning website. UDL planning...-
UDL video library
Last updated by Chrissie ButlerHere are 5 videos introducing UDL. If you would like to view them on YouTube with their interactive transcripts, please follow the links in the list below: Variability Matters by Todd Rose on YouTube. Universal Design for Learning – an...
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Rancière's 'The Ignorant Schoolmaster' and my PHD project
Started by Sarkkunan 18 Sep 2015 10:19am () Replies (1) Last reply by SarkkunanIt just occurred to me that UDL can be closely linked to the Universal Teaching mentioned in Rancière's book. The book has also provoked me to think deeper about my research questions. Hope to chat more about it. If you are...Text-to-speech and UDL: a tool for ALL primary and secondary students - Dyslexia Advocacy week Tip...
Started by Chrissie Butler 17 Mar 2015 9:51am () Replies (5) Last reply by Barrie MatthewsFor many students with dyslexia, reading text can be hard work. Check out the video below to see what some of the students in your class may be experiencing. Text-to-speech tools can be a huge support for many students with dyslexia. But...Reflecting on the limitations of print for students in secondary: Dyslexia Advocacy tip day 1
Started by Chrissie Butler 16 Mar 2015 3:23pm () Replies (3) Last reply by Barrie MatthewsDyslexia is common. Approximately one in 10 people experience dyslexia and it is prevalent in most cultures, irrespective of language. That means that in every secondary class there are likely to be students with dyslexia. The video Jo's...Using visual strategies to support all learners in primary: Dyslexia Advocacy tip day 1
Started by Chrissie Butler 16 Mar 2015 2:29pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Chrissie ButlerFor many students with dyslexia, using visuals and graphics to support oral or written information can support understanding and increase independence. In the video below, primary teacher, Linda Ojala reflects on how and why she uses visuals in...Shout out for Dyslexia Advocacy week March 16-22 2015
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Started by Chrissie Butler 12 Feb 2015 2:56pm () Replies (2) Last reply by Barrie MatthewsI am working on some material on how schools can more effectively support young people transition from school into study, the work force, life in general. I am looking at how taking a UDL approach can help. Q. As a parent and/or teacher,...
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NZSL: a language we can all use
Don't wait until you have a Deaf student in your class or school to introduce yourself or your students to New Zealand Sign Language or NZSL. Learn NZSL together so you can: introduce yourselves to a user of NZSL in your...ASD and me: first-hand perspectives to help you in your classroom
It's World Autism Awareness day on 2nd April. Visit Autism and Learning on the Inclusive Ed website to find out how to strengthen your inclusive practice (there are dedicated primary and secondary sections). All the strategies...Increase visuals to support all learners in secondary - dyslexia advocacy tip 3
In many learning areas, talking and text have been the primary resources to support student learning. For many students, especially those with dyslexia, presenting information only orally or in text can create unnecessary barriers to...
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Rancière's 'The Ignorant Schoolmaster' and my PHD project
Started by Sarkkunan 18 Sep 2015 10:19am () Replies (1) Last reply by SarkkunanIt just occurred to me that UDL can be closely linked to the Universal Teaching mentioned in Rancière's book. The book has also provoked me to think deeper about my research questions. Hope to chat more about it. If you are...Text-to-speech and UDL: a tool for ALL primary and secondary students - Dyslexia Advocacy week Tip...
Started by Chrissie Butler 17 Mar 2015 9:51am () Replies (5) Last reply by Barrie MatthewsFor many students with dyslexia, reading text can be hard work. Check out the video below to see what some of the students in your class may be experiencing. Text-to-speech tools can be a huge support for many students with dyslexia. But...Reflecting on the limitations of print for students in secondary: Dyslexia Advocacy tip day 1
Started by Chrissie Butler 16 Mar 2015 3:23pm () Replies (3) Last reply by Barrie MatthewsDyslexia is common. Approximately one in 10 people experience dyslexia and it is prevalent in most cultures, irrespective of language. That means that in every secondary class there are likely to be students with dyslexia. The video Jo's...Using visual strategies to support all learners in primary: Dyslexia Advocacy tip day 1
Started by Chrissie Butler 16 Mar 2015 2:29pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Chrissie ButlerFor many students with dyslexia, using visuals and graphics to support oral or written information can support understanding and increase independence. In the video below, primary teacher, Linda Ojala reflects on how and why she uses visuals in...Shout out for Dyslexia Advocacy week March 16-22 2015
Started by Chrissie Butler 11 Mar 2015 2:17pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Chrissie ButlerMarch 16-22 2015 is Dyslexia Advocacy week in Aotearoa New Zealand. Having dyslexia – how teachers can help from Ministry of Education on Vimeo. Here are two links to use in your emails/tweets/conversations and...Supporting students as they prepare for life beyond school
Started by Chrissie Butler 12 Feb 2015 2:56pm () Replies (2) Last reply by Barrie MatthewsI am working on some material on how schools can more effectively support young people transition from school into study, the work force, life in general. I am looking at how taking a UDL approach can help. Q. As a parent and/or teacher,...
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