In this insightful episode, Kelli, Bryan and Luis talk with Elizabeth Hitches, an educator and researcher passionate about building truly inclusive learning environments. Elizabeth shares her own accessibility journey, from realizing how often access is overlooked in education to intentionally designing learning experiences that make every student feel valued and considered.
Together, they unpack the importance of addressing both apparent and non-apparent disabilities, exploring how proactive, Universal Design for Learning (UDL)-informed choices, like recording lectures or adding captions, reduce barriers and benefit all learners.
Elizabeth also shares her research on academic stress, highlighting how accessibility and co-designing with students can reduce stressors before they arise. This conversation invites educators to rethink accessibility not as an add-on, but as a foundation for equitable, human-centered teaching.
Hosts:
Kelli Suding
Luis Pérez
Bryan Dean
Guest:
Elizabeth Hitches
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The Learning Experience Podcast
Join hosts Kelli Suding, Luis Pérez, and Bryan Dean as they bring you inspiring conversations and real-world examples of breaking down barriers to learning. Each episode of The Learning Experience brings you inspiring conversations with educators, students, families, and inclusive education leaders who share practical tips, proven strategies, and real-world examples of how to break down barriers and create equitable learning experiences for everyone.
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