ABSTRACT
Providing insight into the background, theory and practical applications of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Transforming Higher Education through Universal Design for Learning: An International Perspective examines and shares best practice in UDL implementation worldwide to provide strategies for strengthening student accessibility, engagement and learning outcomes through the development of flexible learning environments.
Drawing upon insightful, research-based contributions from educators and student service specialists in Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Ireland, Israel, Norway, South Africa, Spain, the UK and all across the USA, this book:
- considers diversity in the form of disability, minority ethnic groups, gender identities, first generation university students and varying socio-economic backgrounds;
- brings together key thinkers and actors in the field of UDL and expertly maps its practices to the higher educational domain;
- explores the multiple means of representation, expression and engagement that combine to create a successful UDL framework.
Each chapter not only provides a different perspective of how UDL has helped meet the needs of all students to ensure that education is accessible, culturally responsive and socially just, but also considers how this can then be implemented into higher education environments the world over. This book is a crucial read for those who want to make a positive difference in higher education provision and outcomes.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
chapter |8 pages
Introduction
part 1|60 pages
UDL and strategic leadership
chapter 1|22 pages
Universal Design for Learning – license to learn
chapter 2|17 pages
From national policy to university practice
chapter 3|19 pages
Universal Design for Learning and strategic leadership
part 2|43 pages
Working in partnership with key stakeholders to engage all students
chapter 4|13 pages
Transforming the professor
chapter 5|17 pages
The transition to higher education
part 3|88 pages
Facilitating multiple identities and student engagement
chapter 9|20 pages
Pedagogy of seasons and UDL
chapter 10|22 pages
Not just about disability
part 4|94 pages
Transforming learning
chapter 11|15 pages
Transforming teaching and learning in HEIs
chapter 13|16 pages
From teaching content to teaching students
chapter 14|14 pages
Integration through collaboration
chapter 16|18 pages
Developing assessment and feedback approaches to empower and engage students
part 5|63 pages
Providing access to learning for all