Are you seeking practical strategies to ensure that every learner can access, engage with, and succeed in your lessons? Universal Design for Learning (UDL) provides a framework for creating lessons that are effective for all students, regardless of their individual differences. Join Dr. Matt Bergman for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we explore the four essential components of a UDL lesson plan and how to design effective lessons to meet the needs of all learners. Get ready to revolutionize your lesson planning process with truly inclusive learning experiences! Matt’s expertise in universal design for learning will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to craft lessons that ignite diverse learning styles and build a thriving classroom where every student feels valued and supported.  

This is workshop one of four for the series titled “The Transformative Power of Universal Design for Learning.” 

Key Takeaways: 

1. Explore the four essential components of a UDL lesson plan, including clear goals, flexible instructional methods, multiple means of representation, and varied assessment strategies. 
2. Learn practical strategies for incorporating UDL principles into your lesson planning process, such as providing options for engagement, representation, and expression to accommodate diverse learners. 
3. Discover how to design learning experiences that promote student agency, autonomy, and self-regulation, fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment in your classroom.  
4. Gain insights into the benefits of UDL for promoting equity, access, and academic success for all students, and learn how to advocate for UDL implementation in your school or district.

Workshop Details: 

While we recommend that you attend all sessions of the workshop series to meet the learning objectives, each workshop can be attended as a standalone. Full members will also have access to view the recordings on demand and earn up to four continuing education credits. 

Special Technology Instructions: 

Attendees will need access to an internet-enabled device and a personal Google account (not affiliated with their school). SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop. 

Assessment:

Participants will complete an exit ticket to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objectives and reflect on their learning.