#UDLchat Archive
Meet and chat with colleagues about Universal Design for Learning (UDL) on Twitter! The best hour of professional learning you'll get in 30 minutes. Held the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 9-9:30PM ET.
Wednesday February 3, 2016
One minute and we start the to celebrate and the excitement is building
Okay please introduce yourself and one thing you love about for the and
Join & for right now! Don't forget to use the hashtag in your tweets and follow those new tweeps! :)
Hey Kit from Sarnia, ON - Edtech for Port Huron Schools in MI. Never been to but interested to connect these communities.
Hi Kimberly glad you made it.
State Support Team Region 2 in Ohio
excited to see what is brought to us tonight
Hi everyone! Johnita from Plymouth, MI. Haven't attended but love reading tweets about new technologies
Excited to be part of tonight!
that's me in the center! :)
Stephanie Craig from Columbus Indiana. Might be listening in more tonight.
Love for the networking, conversations and learning. Best conference of the year.
Jon Mundorf, 7th grade ELA. My mind runs wild at the vendor exhibits. So many possibilities. Wish I could be at .
At least that's how I see it... :) (it's not really me! but easily could be!)
I feel that first question coming now from
In what ways are AT and UDL similar and different?
Looking forward to the tonight
AT is about individual Ss while is making environment accessible to all from the beginning.
A1: AT and UDL are “two sides of the same coin”, both are needed to support expert learning. UDL:environment; AT:individual student
Nicole from WV, elementary special Ed T, not at but will be following tweets looking for tips and resources!
A1: AT and UDL are similar when the technology removes a barrier or increases opportunities for many Ss.
A1: At the most basic level, and AT similar because each provides access and breaks down barriers--& then let the rigor begin!
They are both for all learners
A1: I see AT as one way to create a universally designed classroom.
Who my screen is smoking it’s rolling so fast with responses.
they are about reaching a goal and allowing access for all. And they don't have to be computer/devices.
Love it you hit it right square on the head. Everyone keep tweeting.
I would agree that access to AT can be an important part of designing a UDL environment. https://t.co/Qou6Qv8NEI
A1: I see AT as one way to create a universally designed classroom.
A1: I am always looking for infusing UDL and AT into every learning environment. From the beginning design
Q1: Awesome responses! Couldn't agree more
That is so true sometimes I think people forget.
*waves to * Popping in after dinner. Hi everyone!
anyone know resources for 6th grade Udl science and social studies. We have lots of downs kids. challenge to make curric acessible
UDL is necessary because learner variability is the norm. Individual students needs may necessitate assistive technology.
Hello so happy you can drop in on us all. It’s
AT is a set of tools and strategies. UDL is a mindset.
A1: I always think we use AT in our class because of UDL
Great point to remember that UDL and AT doesn't need to rely on computer/devices. (Just enhanced?)
Good distinction. I definitely agree that UDL is a mindset https://t.co/53n261FjBt
AT is a set of tools and strategies. UDL is a mindset.
A1: Some things that we have traditionally seen as AT have become a way to break down barriers for ALL students.
Right on! We must remember low tech is also AT--no need to always include bells and whistles
And I feel that AT should be allowed for all
Here comes question 2 fast
AT seems to help take UDL to the next level
For sure - Text-to-speech is something I try to teach all students. https://t.co/IW5IY9FdZa
A1: Some things that we have traditionally seen as AT have become a way to break down barriers for ALL students.
Q:2 How can UDL and AT complement each other in meeting the needs of ALL learners?
Hey, ! --as always--great to "e-see" you!
Working on building a tool kit to address literacy and numeracy...if this use this:So all can reach the goal.
tuning in late! Kristen Hollenbaugh from Columbus!
Please remember to make new friends and add people to your tonight. We all want to help children
A2: Environments need to be flexible for AT to have greatest impact. Access to AT maximizes opportunities for expert learning.
The expected and (celebrated) learner variability is a huge piece of UDL!
A2: Encouraging gen ed and spec ed Ts to embrace both concepts can mean a world of diff for ALL learners
A1: can't help but think that it's all relevant. Pencil grips were considered AT at one point. AT tool to design a UDL environment
Our co-host was kind enough to come up with the great questions tonight. Hats off to you Jennifer.
A2: Know your Ss & design instruction to include multiple means of learning & expressing--AT as needed to meet variable needs.
Totally agree Stephanie. https://t.co/FoW7sj4LEb
A1: can't help but think that it's all relevant. Pencil grips were considered AT at one point. AT tool to design a UDL environment
A2: AT and UDL complement each other when student success, student autonomy, and student needs are the goal. Not compliance
Are we including students in how to make these access choices for themselves? I believe they need to build their tool kit!
UDL provides a framework to guide intentionality and purpose for integration of AT in the classroom
A2 When technology becomes ubiquitous
Welcome Kristen. Late is great its all good here.
Well said. https://t.co/NlBnC2MAET
UDL provides a framework to guide intentionality and purpose for integration of AT in the classroom
from the cariboo region of British Columbia, Canada
Great group co-creating energy tonight! Be sure to follow new folks & expand your
What does that look like to you in education?
A2 when we just do worksheets and assessments on line.
Personalized Learning at it's best!
Thanks for joining us from Canada.
Completely agree! https://t.co/q2TGrg1Caa
UDL provides a framework to guide intentionality and purpose for integration of AT in the classroom
And if you're new to we gather on the 1st and 3rd Wed of each month 9-9:30 EST. Welcome all! https://t.co/XmZWXetHUH
Great group co-creating energy tonight! Be sure to follow new folks & expand your
Totally agree. Builds capacity for being an expert learner! https://t.co/FyGKCFDWT5
Are we including students in how to make these access choices for themselves? I believe they need to build their tool kit!
phew better late than never. Kia ora and hello from sunny NZ. AT for all :-)
Q3: What are some examples in which incorporating UDL and AT into a learning environment is necessary?
A2: I feel that if you are planning your lessons using the UDL guidelines that you AT would be a choice for students.
glad you made it. Late is great that is our motto.
Optimizing choices for all students, so powerful https://t.co/4IB35QGanw
A2: I feel that if you are planning your lessons using the UDL guidelines that you AT would be a choice for students.
This question number 3 makes us all think.
A3: With so much learner variability in our classrooms, it's hard to imagine when AT and UDL aren't necessary
A3: If printed text is a barrier, UDL (multiple means of representation) and AT (TTS, audiobook, etc) are crucial.
and maybe for the use of all technologies
Forget this "IF" nonsense...I should have said WHEN printed text is a barrier...it's always going to be a barrier.
A2: they complement by allowing learners access to what they need to be successful
I love how everyone is diving in on these questions.
If only were the standard
Hey & … if you’re at stop by the exhibit hall, booth 206. We’d love to say hi!
here's a little NZ example of AT and digital tools generally in a classroom that hums with UDL approaches https://t.co/aU2kKoLdAO
Tonight's was awesome. Cheers to and for your great questions and hosting skills. Nice 2 share with
This has been a great and celebration of with Thanks to everyone and my co-host You are all incredible!
UDL & AT should be in every lesson and the environment should be designed around UDL & AT. Gives the students choices always!
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