LESSON DESIGN

Universally Designed Learning in SCUSD

Developing our mindsets to design and deliver instruction for all learners, intentionally planning for multiple means of engagement, representation, action and expression.


Click on the UDL Guidelines image on the left to access CAST.ORG's interactive guidelines


Supporting Inclusive Practices

Models to continue and to consider as we move into hybrid, concurrent instruction

Recommendations from Dr. Catlin Tucker

Other favorite articles from Catlin Tucker, Author & Ed Trainer

From the Supporting Inclusive Practices Project

Equity by design and UDL from Katy Novak, Author & Educator

Questions for teachers to consider while making instructional decisions

  1. What do I want students to know and be able to do and what are the standards or learning intentions?

What are the potential barriers?

  1. What is the learner variability I need to consider?

What are the potential barriers?

  1. How do I continue to develop expert learners?

What are the potential barriers?

  1. What materials and technology tools should I use for engagement, representation, action & expression?

What are the potential barriers?

All SCUSD teachers have been provided the guidance and opportunity to learn about the Universal Design for Learning Guidelines focused on engagement, representation, action and expression to activate in all learners, the "what," the "why," and the "how," of learning. Using the three principles offered in the guidelines to support lesson design and delivery helps teachers to reach the goal of developing expert learners who are purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, and strategic and goal-oriented.

If any teacher missed any of the opportunities to build or solidify their understanding of UDL, please access the modules below.

Asynchronous Modules (3) for Teachers

Recording (1) of Summer Teacher PL

Facilitated Modules (3 so far) for Teachers

Additional Resources