Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Part I: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group In the ever-evolving education landscape, one of the most pressing challenges teachers face is striking the right balance between time efficiency and ensuring equitable learning opportunities for all students.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 11, 2018

Throw out Learning Styles and Replace it with UDL. So the focus in the classroom is really developing great independent learning skills, based upon who they are, using the UDL lens of Access , Engage , and Express. Where do we start understanding UDL. UDL has been around a little while. Enhanced Transcript.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

In my last blog, I focused on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principle of representation. I described how blended and online learning can help educators provide opportunities for students to perceived and engage with information presented in multiple modalities.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

In my last blog, I focused on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principle of engagement. I highlighted how blended learning can help educators more effectively provide multiple means of engagement to increase student motivation and ensure all students can successfully engage with learning experiences.

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Waterford

AUGUST 6, 2021

Introduced by educational researchers in the early 2000s, the Universal Design for Learning provides a framework for offering individualized support and inclusion to students. According to this educational framework, doing so is the best way to recognize a student’s strengths and challenges, and to limit any learning barriers at your school.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 13, 2025

Centering instruction in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and implementing both direct and student-driven instruction can help engage learners, address diverse needs and improve learning outcomes for all students. Another strategy to check for understanding is to engage students with game-based activities.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 13, 2020

You’ll learn strategies to help students use technology to support their writing goals with Christopher Bugaj. UDL and Reading Online. Jason Carroll will tackle helping us understand how to use UDL as we help every child become a successful reader. Tools and Strategies. Tech Tools and Writing.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 19, 2024

For me, this means embedding Universal Design for Learning (UDL) into my learning experiences and asking questions while I am designing: Is this accessible? This is such a crucial point as we think about the tech inequities in education, such as the lack of access to high-speed internet, quality devices, and software.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 19, 2020

4 – UDL – Universal Design for Learning Inaccessibility is still a major downfall of some online learning implementations. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) ensures that lessons are accessible for every student. UDL is an excellent framework that can be used in any classroom.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2025

The past few years have been characterized by fresh and innovative solutions for learning, as well as transformative, technology-forward approaches to education. Each year, we like to look ahead and anticipate the biggest upcoming education trends. Here are five of the biggest education trends for 2025: 1.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 30, 2017

“The best thing about Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is that it keeps the rigor of content and standards, but allows for flexibility in the way learners come to their own understanding of the material,” says Jason Marshall of YouthBuild USA. To learn more about UDL for adult learners, read our blog Tight on Goals, Flexible on Means.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 13, 2018

Many educators know it as the building blocks behind Universal Design for Learning, or UDL. Developed by CAST , UDL is comprised of three guiding principles that seek to increase engagement and accessibility: Providing learners with multiple means of engagement; representation; and action and expression. It’s just an ed thing.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2024

This inquiry always prompts me to reflect: How many educators gather pre-assessment data before crafting their lesson plans? This is only possible when we rely on instructional strategies and models that free the teacher to work with small groups to tailor their instruction and support.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

This challenging school year has made it clear that educational institutions and educators must be flexible and willing to adapt to a changing educational landscape. Second, the 5Es instructional model prioritizes teacher agency, which I don’t think we talk about enough in education. Elaborate: Apply Your Learning.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Despite my familiarity with all of the ISTE Standards, I have found that I am thinking much more deeply about the ISTE Standards for Educators as I go through this process with my cohort (which I appreciate)… One of our activities asked us to reflect on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) guidelines.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 13, 2017

We and our partners are committed to bringing the voices and experiences of Opportunity Youth learners (low-income young people of promise, ages 16 to 24) and educators to the conversation about learning differences. UDL and Opportunity Youth. Redesign physical spaces in schools and classrooms to reflect the UDL framework.

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Edsurge

MAY 31, 2023

The goal of inclusive education is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background or abilities, has an equal opportunity to learn and succeed. By designing instruction that meets the diverse needs of all learners, educators can help to create an environment that is welcoming and supportive for everyone.

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Edsurge

MAY 17, 2022

Well, as you might expect, she’s a talented and dedicated educator. Propping up her vigorous routine are the poles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the perfect blend of education technology, ensuring that everything keeps spinning along at the right pace and momentum. But she’s also got the right tools for the job.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 23, 2021

Department of Education, there are signs that the disruptions from COVID-19 may be exacerbating long-standing disability-based disparities in academic achievement. Leigh Bozard, Director of Special Projects, SELF (Special Education Leadership Fellowship). According to the Office of Civil Rights of the U.S.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2018

In recent years, general education teachers have joined special education teachers in emphasizing the need for inclusivity in the classroom. By creating inclusive classrooms, educators aim to foster learning environments that are equitable and nurturing to every student. Use varied strategies to present content.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2018

In recent years, general education teachers have joined special education teachers in emphasizing the need for inclusivity in the classroom. By creating inclusive classrooms, educators aim to foster learning environments that are equitable and nurturing to every student. Use Varied Strategies to Present Content.

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Hapara

MAY 13, 2022

That is a plan intended for children who don’t need or qualify for special education yet, for a variety of reasons, and may benefit from accommodations in school. This powerfully sets them up for success as they continue their education or enter the workplace. to develop strategies leveraging technology to achieve the goals.

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MiddleWeb

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

ELA educator Cheryl Mizerny invites you to have fun developing your own UDL-enhanced unit. The former special ed teacher details how using Universal Design for Learning helps all learners grow, then she shares her argumentative writing unit enhanced with UDL practices.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 9, 2022

As an education community, we are beginning to understand the depth of the pandemic’s impact, especially on our students of color, our English Language learners and our students with disabilities. We, as an education community, must commit to the principles of Universal Design for Learning for the benefit of all learners.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Professional learning communities (PLCs) offer a collaborative approach to professional development in which small groups of educators meet regularly to reflect on instructional planning and practice, share expertise and insights from their teaching experiences, and engage in collective problem-solving.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Below are strategies and resources I’ve used to cultivate a reading culture in my classroom. Some educators love them; others loathe them. My students found it tedious to write a summary every time they read, yet I needed a strategy to gain insight into their reading comprehension. Booklist Assignment.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 23, 2024

” I have the privilege of working with thousands of educators every year who are expanding their teaching toolboxes to include blended learning models , UDL , and student-led instructional strategies. I am excited to announce the launch of a new video series on YouTube called “Virtual Coaching.”

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The LRE ensures that students under IDEA are offered equitable access to education alongside their non-disabled peers. Under these requirements, special education students should be in the same classrooms as their peers to the maximum appropriate extent. Here are three strategies for educators to support inclusive learning: 1.

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ViewSonic Education

MAY 23, 2024

If you’re keen to turn these ideas into reality, explore our ViewSonic Education Solutions here. In today’s educational landscape, we’re witnessing a transformative shift in the blueprint of classroom design. Read on to dive into how fresh perspectives on classroom design are transforming how we learn.

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SpeechTechie

JANUARY 3, 2011

CAST is a Massachusetts-based organization promoting UDL, or Universal Design for Learning. The UDL Book Builder is designed to present books created by educators in a way that is accessible to all, with a screen-reader and skill-building helpers built into the site. auditory comprehension UDL'

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

In today’s educational landscape, the emphasis on inclusion and creating the least restrictive environments for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) has significantly reshaped classroom dynamics. This post is a Noelle Gutierrez & Catlin Tucker collaboration.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 26, 2024

As schools seek to ensure all students learn to their fullest potential, a new guide explores ideas and strategies for creating inclusive learning spaces. Promote understanding by creating awareness initiatives with all stakeholders: educators, staff, students, and parents. Christina Counts.

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MiddleWeb

JUNE 28, 2018

Offering 365 ways to teach and challenge all learners, Paula Kluth's Universal Design Daily provides many fresh and tried and true ideas for incorporating UDL into the classroom, says special education teacher Stacy Thorpe. A great resource to share with coworkers.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 20, 2024

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) draws its inspiration from the broader concept of Universal Design (UD), initially pioneered in architecture. Our focus in this post is on Universal Design for Learning, popularly known by the acronym UDL. UD aims for inclusive access to architectural spaces for all users.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Growing up, I received what was largely a one-size-fits-all education; as a result, I struggled to connect academically to this model. And I never tire of hearing stories from educators who are successfully implementing personalized approaches to provide their students a truly unique learning experience. partner with us.

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eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2024

The UDL framework can help teachers shape inclusive learning environments and can support K-12 leaders in implementing new programs. UDL is not another program that teachers have to shoehorn into their already-crammed day–rather, it is a process and framework to help educators ensure they are reaching all learners.

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Edsurge

JUNE 12, 2020

This is the second of a three-part series looking at how social-emotional learning strategies can support teachers of students with learning differences during the pandemic. The COVID-19 outbreak disrupted daily life for virtually every educator, parent, and student in the U.S. First, educators had to rethink infrastructure.

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