PreK-12: Introduction to Universal Design for Learning (Self-Directed)
January 1, 2025
Creating effective learning experiences for each student, backed by proven methods, demands innovative strategies, inclusive practices, and continuous professional learning is challenging. To address these barriers, over the last 40 years CAST has developed the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework so educators can create learning environments where every student can thrive.
Dive into the world of UDL with this self-directed, online course tailored for educators spanning PreK-12. This interactive course is designed to provide a flexible opportunity to empower educators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to effectively implement UDL principles in learning environments, fostering inclusive, engaging, and accessible learning spaces that cater to the diverse needs of students. Gain insight into the UDL principles and guidelines and demonstrate a clear understanding of the UDL framework and practice, access resources, create lesson plans that integrate UDL principles and gain insight into your learning via opportunities for self-reflections.
After taking this course, you can continue your journey in our UDL Beyond the Basics Live Virtual Workshop.
What you will learn
- How to address the learner variability
- Strategies to support students to become expert learners
- Cutting edge research from the learning sciences on UDL
- How to implement UDL strategies into practice to support quality instruction via the development of a comprehensive UDL implementation plan
If the self-directed format is not the right fit for you, check out our instructor-led online course and live virtual workshops.
Registration
Fee: $1000 per person
Who should enroll?
PreK-12 Educators (general, special education, curriculum coordinators, administrators, instructional technology specialists, paraprofessionals, faculty and presenters, etc.) and teams of educators at all levels.
If you are enrolling a team of five or more from the same organization, please contact our Professional Learning team for information on group pricing.
This online course is designed for those who prefer to explore the content at their own pace. The course is completely self-guided and includes 10 digital modules. Each module of the course varies and will include a mix of readings, multimedia, activities, discussion board posts, and deliverable assignments. The coursework is the equivalent of 45 contact hours.
Course Modules
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- Module 0: Course Overview
- Module 1: Foundational Concepts
- Module 2: Design Process
- Module 3: Introduction to the UDL Guidelines
- Module 4: Engagement
- Module 5: Representation
- Module 6: Action & Expression
- Module 7: Accessibility in Learning
- Module 8: Learning Environment and Predictable Options
- Module 9: Lesson Design
Upon completion of the three-month enrollment, participants will receive an email that contains a printable PDF of an official CAST certificate.
For more information on the course content, review the course syllabus.
You can take this course at any time. Upon enrollment, you will have three months to access and complete the course. After three months, you will no longer have access, and your account will be closed. Course extensions are only permitted in the case of illness, and a doctor’s note will be required.
If you are paying for your registration via invoice, Purchase Orders must be submitted at the time of registration to submit your order successfully. All Purchase Orders should be uploaded to the Purchase Order Submission Form at the time of registration.
Please see CAST’s Course Withdrawal Policy.
Withdrawals must be submitted via email to Patrice Morrison, Online Course Coordinator at pmorrison@cast.org.
For additional information about our PreK-12 courses, classes, or customized learning opportunities, please contact our Professional Learning team, or explore the different ways CAST’s Professional Learning can help support your professional development.
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