4.+Supplemental+Resources


 * Supplemental Resources**
 * [|UDL Guidelines]
 * CAST UDL Online Modules
 * [|Technology Tools] for the Classroom
 * UDL Spotlight
 * Thinking UDL: Universal Design for Learning

CAST

 * The CAST site offers valuable resources for researching and implementing UDL practices. Check out these 7 helpful resources.
 * //Beginner Information//**
 * [|UDL Guidelines: Version 1.0]: This resource provides video, graphics, and text to describe the three neural networks and instructional methods for each principle. The information on this site describes how to use the UDL guidelines to recognize learning barriers and plan instructional activities to engage and motivate learners. By implementing the methods of multiple representation, expression, and engagement, students with diverse needs will receive strategic lessons to maximize learning, and educators will host a strong, authentic learning environment.
 * [|CAST UDL Online Modules]: The CAST site follows the UDL prescription with an online tutorial. This tutorial divides the principles of UDL into manageable segments with audio, graphics, video, simulations, and graphic organizers. Online learners can follow the information at their pace and review material for clarification. Highlighted key concepts, project assessment, and discussions provide detailed knowledge and ensure complete understanding of UDL. Administrators could use this online learning environment as a method for staff development. The online simulations provide clear examples for teachers to begin experimenting with the idea of UDL. Students will appreciate the tailored classroom environment supported by UDL.
 * //Getting Started with UDL//**
 * [|CAST UDL Curriculum Self-Check]: To determine strengths and weaknesses of your curriculum and teaching strategies, take a few moments to conduct a curriculum self-check with this resource. Use the self-check to evaluate any barriers within curriculum, strategies, teaching materials, and assessment. After examining teaching methods, use the available resources to enhance the learning environment with UDL goals. Reflecting on instructional design will highlight barriers so that adaptations can be made to improve the learning environment for all students.
 * [|CAST UDL Lesson Builder]:After determining changes to the curriculum, develop lesson plans that incorporate the principles of UDL. To support this effort, CAST provides a lesson building resource with exemplary models and templates for designing universal units. This resource initiates change in teaching methods by scaffolding the implementation process. Simply create a free account, view examples, and use graduated steps to create personalized lesson plans. Supportive prompts will ensure the highest-quality lesson to reach diverse students.
 * //Continuing Support//**
 * [|Resource Library]: Stay abreast of research related to UDL using the CAST Resource Library. Using a variety of formats including video, audio, text, and slideshow presentations, administrators and faculty will continuousy expand knowledge concerning UDL. Because there is no membership fee, these free online resources support continuing education by providing implications for best classroom practices. Administrators could assign a weekly presentation, article, or link for staff development and/or team collaboration discussions. The significance of becoming a lifelong learner is that students will benefit from the knowledge and experience gained from the latest research.
 * [|Online Community]: Just like students, educators need support and feedback to sustain an effective learning environment. Beginning and maintaining a classroom specifically tailored to meet the needs of all learners will create professional and emotional challenges. Therefore, CAST provides peer tutoring and online collaboration for educators and administrators. Learning through a community of practice connects educators with experts and fellow peers to share successful strategies and discuss concerns. This resource provides collaborative networks for specific topics to ensure communication and improvements. Use the virtual community to persevere in transforming your curriculum, classroom, and students.
 * [|Diigo Account:] Bookmark this site in your Diigo account for personalized access to CAST resources.This database resource notifies educators of recent UDL developments and provides strategies and tools for using UDL guidelines. ||