Universal Design for Learning

As part of the University of Washington, we use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) practices to ensure that our products are accessible, usable, and inclusive. This means, our products and materials are usable and accessible for all people, as much as possible.

It is important to familiarize yourself with UDL. You can read more about the University of Washington’s guidance for UDL on the Universal Design|DO-IT website.  For even more information about this topic, check out  UDL: The UDL Guidelines on the CAST website.

When planning activities, be sure to consider UDL practices. In addition, consider how the activities and engagement opportunities may be represented in the project’s package of materials – the workbook and facilitator manual. For example, offering several options for an activity can be one way to support the facilitators of a training we are producing. However, this may not be as user friendly for participants using a workbook for the same activities. Consider highlighting one activity on the PowerPoint slide deck that demonstrates UDL. Then, if desired, outline additional suggestions for facilitating the activity in the facilitator manual.