Understanding Instructor Motivation for Embracing Universal Design for Learning

Presenter Information

Alec Zeibarth, University of Northern Colorado
Erin Moser, University of Northern Colorado
Lyda McCartin, University of Northern Colorado
Ryan Darling, University of Northern Colorado
Kelly Langley-Cook, University of Northern ColoradoFollow
Becky Smith, University of Northern Colorado

Location

Virtual

Description

The impact of the abrupt transformation in teaching and learning formats (from school to home, and from in-class to online) as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed many limitations on the delivery of quality and equitable instruction for students nationwide. One way to ensure equity in course design is through the framework of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an educational framework that provides guidelines for providing equitable learning experiences for all students. Although the obvious benefits of UDL may be seen in providing equitable opportunities for students with disabilities, UDL benefits all students. In this presentation we discuss the results of a study exploring motivation of instructors to embrace UDL and implications for UNC.

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Presentation Session 3