Transforming Education through Universal Design for Learning

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Welcome

A nonprofit leader in education, CAST works to improve opportunities and outcomes for all individuals through Universal Design for Learning. Explore this website to find out more about CAST.

Publication: UDL Going "Mainstream"

The Harvard Education Letter highlights UDL initiatives around the USA. Director of Implementation Patricia Ralabate discusses CAST collaborations with school districts, work funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Read the article

New! A Research Reader in UDL

This new collection illuminates UDL's research foundations and identifies future research priorities. Includes contributions by Howard Gardner, Paul van Geert, Kurt Fischer, Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, Michael Russell, Jeremy Roschelle, David Rose, and more. Get your copy today!

UDL in the Classroom: Practical Applications

CAST’s Tracey Hall and colleagues show how to apply UDL across all subject areas and grade levels in clear language filled with examples. Order your copy today!

Who we are

About CAST

CAST is an educational research & development organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals through Universal Design for Learning.
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About UDL
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UDL is a framework for making curriculum more inclusive.
About Universal Design for Learning

What we do

Research and Development

CAST works to apply Universal Design for Learning to education's greatest challenges.
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Systemic Change
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What we offer

Learning Tools

Thanks to the generosity of our funders, CAST offers free multimedia learning tools. View all tools

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Professional Development

CAST helps districts and educators implement UDL to support all learners. Learn more