Courses & Classes
CAST offers online courses and live virtual classes for individuals and small groups who want to explore the basics of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), want to start utilizing the UDL framework and UDL Guidelines, or want to start implementing UDL at a larger, systemic scale.
We offer several different options for learning about UDL depending on your context and learning preferences:
- Live Virtual Classes
These interactive, boutique-style experiences are for individuals and small teams seeking to increase their understanding of UDL and develop an action plan for implementing it in their learning environment. These are typically intensive experiences with a limited duration (e.g., 2 full days or a series of half-days). - Instructor-Led Courses
These online courses are led by our team of incredible online learning instructors and typically have live meeting times or office hours to interact directly with the instructors. - Instructor-Supported Courses
Learn at your own pace! Our instructor-supported online courses are self-directed, but also include feedback and check-ins with one of our fantastic instructors. - Self-Directed Courses
Prefer learning at your own pace without instructor input? Our self-directed online courses are for you!
We also have customized curricula for PreK–12 and postsecondary learning contexts! Whatever your learning needs, CAST has you covered.
Please email Patrice Morrison with any questions about our PreK–12 courses and classes.
Please email Sarah Hocking for more information about our Postsecondary & CTE courses.
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Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Learn the basics and start to craft a UDL mindset while exploring the framework and UDL Guidelines.
Prerequisite: None.
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Learn at your own pace! Upon enrollment, participants will have 3 months to access and complete the course. Please note these courses are completely asynchronous, there are no live meetings.
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Learn the core concepts and foundations of UDL, practical applications of UDL to lesson design, and how to support flexible, inclusive instruction.
Monday, April 1 – Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
In this introductory online course for preK–12 educators, participants learn the research basis for UDL, practical applications of UDL to lesson design, and helpful technology tools that support flexible, inclusive instruction.
Monday, June 3 – Monday, September 9, 2024
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Learn the core concepts and foundations of UDL, practical applications of UDL to lesson design, and how to support flexible, inclusive instruction.
Monday, June 10 – Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
In this introductory online course for preK–12 educators, participants learn the research basis for UDL, practical applications of UDL to lesson design, and helpful technology tools that support flexible, inclusive instruction.
Wednesday, September 11 – Monday, December 16, 2024
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Learn the core concepts and foundations of UDL, practical applications of UDL to lesson design, and how to support flexible, inclusive instruction.
Thursday, September 26 – Friday, September 27, 2024
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Designed exclusively for higher education, this course includes strategies to remove barriers to learning for postsecondary students.
Monday, June 3 – Sunday, July 28, 2024
Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
This course designed exclusively for those in Career & Technical Education (CTE) settings prepares CTE teachers, administrators, and guidance counselors to apply the UDL framework in their courses and programs.
Monday, June 3 – Friday, July 26, 2024
UDL Beyond the Basics
Designed for educators who have a handle on the UDL core concepts and are ready for the next step in their learning.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Universal Design for Learning or Engagement, Motivation & Emotion in the UDL Classroom.
UDL Beyond the Basics
Designed for educators who have a handle on the UDL core concepts and are ready for the next step in their learning. Prerequisite: Introduction Explore Universal Design for Learning or Engagement, Motivation & Emotion in the UDL Classroom
Monday, April 8 – Tuesday, April 9, 2024
UDL Implementation Academy
Designed for passionate education leaders familiar with the UDL framework and looking to grow UDL practices at a systems-level.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Universal Design for Learning
Supporting UDL Implementation
With a focus on application, this course will expose participants to tools and strategies for building UDL practices into the existing processes and policies at their institution
Monday, June 17 – Friday, August 9, 2024
Seeking Large-Scale UDL Implementation?
CAST will work with you to design a personalized, multi-year UDL training and implementation plan.