Novak Education

COURSE DESCRIPTION

• Meaning-centered - Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is focused on activating the affective network of the brain - which seeks meaning and engagement. A consistent focus of this course is helping participants take evidence-based strategies and connect them to the design and delivery of meaningful, empowering teaching and learning.
• Social - In Universal Design for Learning (UDL), it is critical to foster collaboration and community to build engagement. The power of social relationships, both in-person and online are critical pillars for building effective learning communities.
• Language-based - we learn through speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This course offers numerous opportunities for rich literacy experiences as participants grow as expert learners and consistently engage in the five reading, writing, and talking processes.
• Human - at the core of leading and learning are relationships. This course will focus on making meaningful connections among leaders, educators, and the communities they serve to ensure that all learning experiences create equal opportunities for learners to meet rigorous goals, create personalized learning experiences, and embody the Innovator’s Mindset.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course, participants will:

• Understand the core components of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how they can apply to all design work to foster equity and inclusion.
• Learn why UDL is critical to ensure all learners have equitable access, opportunity, expectations, and feelings of belonging.
• Understand what UDL is, and what it is not, and how to apply the principles, guidelines, and checkpoints to teaching practice.
• Design learning experiences that foster expert learning and innovation and ensure that all learners have pathways that both challenge and support them to reach rigorous and meaningful goals.

ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS

• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is important for creating an equitable, inclusive, innovative learning environment.
• Each of the characteristics of the Innovator’s Mindset and the core components of social-emotional learning can be fostered through the implementation of Universal Design for Learning. 

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