Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an approach to course and syllabus design based on principles that enable faculty to design and teach their courses in ways that make learning accessible to all learners. Drawing on current brain research and the new media technologies, UDL uses inclusive pedagogical strategies for course instruction, materials, content, and curriculum that benefit students with all learning styles and accessibility needs. Originally used in architecture and product design to accommodate the widest possible spectrum of users, the principles of Universal Design are now applied to education at all levels, including postsecondary.