Universal Design for Learning Symposium
During the spring 2016 semester, the Center for Disability Services collaborated with several departments on campus and
sponsored a 4-day Universal Design for Learning (UDL) event for members of our campus community, as well as K-12 educators in the surrounding area.
Keynote
Aisha Haynes, Ed.D.
University of South Carolina / Center for Teaching Excellence
Diversity is the norm. Wherever we go - whatever we do - we are intertwined in diversity. Our students and learning environments are becoming more diverse than ever. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) helps meet the challenge of diversity by suggesting flexible instructional materials, techniques, and strategies that empower educators to meet the varied needs of students. Within this presentation, the following topics are discussed:
- Importance of creating diverse learning environments
- Overview of UDL, accessibility and usability
- Culture changes in higher education
- Overview of UDL, accessibility and usability strategies
Keynote Session Presentation from Aisha Hayes video below
Session I: The UDL Key Principles
Aisha Haynes, Ed.D.
University of South Carolina / Center for Teaching Excellence
Universal Design for Learning focuses on 3 key principles: Multiple Means of Representation (the what of learning). Multiple Means of Action and Expression (the how of learning) and Multiple Means of Engagement (the why of learning). Within this session, specific UDL strategies are discussed that can be implemented in a variety of learning environments.
Session 1: UDL Key Principles Video
Session II: Implementing UDL: Examples & Insights from Experience
College of Charleston Professors - Panel Presentation
Lancie Affonso, M.S. School of Science and Mathematics / Computer Science
Robin Humphreys, M.S. School of Science and Mathematics / Geology
Cynthia May, Ph.D. School of Humanities and Social Sciences / Psychology
Facilitator: Gina Applebee, Ed.S.
Participants hear about the experiences of several CofC professors who have applied UDL principles to their course design and instruction.
Session II: Implementing UDL: Examples & Insights from Experience Video
Session III: Breaking Down the Perceived Barriers between the Disabled and “Non-Disabled” in our Academic Community
Peter Smith, M.A.
College of Charleston / School of Business / Finance
Session topics include:
- Breaking down barriers and recognizing misconceptions in our academic community
- Examining the term “outlier”
- Tools that enable flexibility in adapting to obstacles
- Working together
Session III: Breaking Down Perceived Barriers Video
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