UDL in Action: Bringing Inclusive Design to Life

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Type:
  Webinar
Duration:
1 hour
Authors:
Laurie Balsano Wright and Leah Padilla
Developed by:
Open Access, Placer County SELPA and UC|CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning
Series:
Open Access Summer Learning Series: Practical Tools and UDL Strategies for Supporting Future Educators
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Social Justice Special Education Technology
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Overview

What does accessibility look like in authentic classroom settings? This session showcases examples of UDL, AT and AAC implementation through classroom photos, videos, and stories from Open Access Showcase Sites. Participants will explore how educators are designing learning environments, lessons, and experiences that anticipate learner variability. The session will also highlight the Open Access UDL Unlocked Podcast as an ongoing professional learning resource.

  Keywords: Accessibility, Inclusion, Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

Learning objectives

  • Identify key characteristics of universally designed classrooms and lessons
  • Connect UDL principles and guidelines to authentic classroom practices
  • Access ongoing professional learning opportunities through the UDL Unlocked Podcast and Open Access resources

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Added on 6/23/2026   ·   Last updated on 6/23/2026