The Warm Demander: Set High Expectation, Support, and Care

How can you create an engaging classroom? Convince students first that you care—and then that you’ll never let up. Become a Warm Demander. Kleinfeld (1975) coined the phrase warm demander to describe the type of teacher who was effective in teaching Athabaskan Indian and Eskimo 9th graders in Alaskan schools. Further research over the decades … Read more

Universal Design for Learning PowerPoint Tips

Creating PowerPoint presentations with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles in mind can make your content more accessible and engaging for a diverse audience. Here are some tips to incorporate UDL into your PowerPoint presentations: Multiple Means of Representation Multiple Means of Expression Multiple Means of Engagement Accessibility Features Clear Organization and Navigation By incorporating … Read more

Applying Universal Design for Learning to Canvas

Applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to an online learning platform like Canvas involves creating an inclusive learning environment that accommodates the varied needs and preferences of all students. UDL is based on three main principles: providing multiple means of engagement, representation, and action and expression. Here’s how you can apply these principles within the … Read more

Universal Design for Learning

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn. It involves designing educational environments and products to be usable by the widest range of people without needing adaptation or specialized design. Here are some key principles and practices … Read more