Blog Post #3: Universal Design for Learning, Accessibility, Ethical Challenges and Considerations

Hi Chase, I really enjoyed reading your post about UDL and accessibility. The ideas you shared in lists and tables are really practical and useful. I like that you have included reflection in your list of ways to offer feedback. In my experience as well, reflection is such a powerful learning tool for students to assess themselves and set their own goals.

It sounds like the English course that shifted to online during the Covid-19 pandemic really did not offer sufficient support. I can only imagine how difficult it would have been for those students who faced additional barriers to learning. Your use of this context to illustrate applications of UDL was very effective. I agree that online and asynchronous courses rely a great deal on the clarity and structure of course materials, and transparency in grading and schedule help students to direct work appropriately and to manage anxiety and time.