ThinkUDL: The UDL design cycle, research insights, and implementing inclusive learning in higher education.

About this episode

Dr. Kavita Rao discusses the UDL design cycle and implementing inclusive learning in higher education.

This Feed Drop from ThinkUDL features Dr. Kavita Rao from the University of Hawai’i. Dr. Rao discusses the UDL design cycle and the evolving state of Universal Design for Learning research in higher education. Learn how to implement intentional, inclusive design from the outset, understand learner variability, and explore exciting research opportunities across disciplines. Discover practical guidance for conducting your own UDL research and contributing to this growing field.

People in this episode

Host: Loui Lord Nelson

Guest: Dr. Kavita Rao

Topics covered

• UDL design cycle
• inclusive learning
• higher education
• learner variability
• research opportunities

Keywords

• Universal Design for Learning
• inclusive design
• education research
• learner variability
• UDL research

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Hawai’i

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