Good Practices of Didactical Methods Database

Title: Universal Drawing as a Learning Approach
Good Practice Mission: To provide a flexible and inclusive curricular approach that recognizes the diverse ways students learn, aiming to remove learning barriers and maximize learning opportunities for all students.
Specific goals of the GP:
  • Offer   accessible   and diverse   methods, materials,    tools,    support, and assessment forms without altering the challenge level.
  • Identify and remove barriers to learning and participation.
  • Maximize learning opportunities for all students by fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
Year: 2021
Duration of the implementation: 2 weeks
Target group: Adult and young learners
Summary:

The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a comprehensive didactical approach that emphasizes the importance of providing an inclusive and flexible learning environment. Developed to accommodate the diverse needs of students, UDL ensures that each student has the opportunity to learn in a way that suits their unique learning style. This approach is based on three core principles: providing multiple means of engagement, multiple means of representation, and multiple means of action and expression.

In practice, this means that educators design their lessons with various methods to engage students, present information in multiple formats, and offer different ways for students to demonstrate their knowledge.

By doing so, UDL aims to remove barriers to learning, ensuring that all students, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds, can participate fully in the learning process.

For example, teachers might use visual aids, interactive activities, and group projects to cater to different learning styles.

They also provide students with options for how they want to complete assignments, allowing them to choose methods that best suit their strengths and preferences. The goal is to create a classroom environment where every student feels supported and capable of achieving their educational goals.

The UDL framework not only supports students with disabilities but also enhances the learning experience for all students by promoting engagement and motivation. By fostering a more inclusive classroom, UDL helps prepare students for a diverse and dynamic world, equipping them with the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally.
Space requisites:

No special characteristics or functions required.
Obstacles revealed?:

Time constraints for educators to plan and implement UDL effectively.
Methodology used: Technology-based learning
Group/collaborative learning
Kinaesthetic learning
Learning by doing
Game-based learning
Resources needed:
  • Guidelines and tools for planning and self-reflection.
  • Checklists for teachers.
  • Materials adaptable to students' profiles and readiness levels.
Link: https://uatlantica.pt
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