Universal Design for Learning

1. Universal Design for Learning An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams Livonia, MI May 4, 2010

2. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

3. An Overview Of UDL UDL and the Tools We Use Loui Lord Nelson

4. Our Customers Academically sound Always tardy Gifted Explosive anger Failing math Has an IEP Well rounded and on-track Adolescent needs Non-existent parents/parenting at home Great kid Quiet…too quiet High achiever Hyperactive Only acts out in your class High potential, low output Straight A’s and active Interests are outside of school Kind of clueless Focused Can’t figure this one out An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

5. Tools Our Customers Use • Books • Chalkboards • White boards • Pencils/pens/markers • Paper • Protractors • Compasses An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

6. Additional Tools Our Customers Use • Computers • Cameras • Clickers • Mobi’s/Airliners • SMART boards/Interwrite boards • Software • Computerized accessories An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

7. You use a certain tool because it fits the need… An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

8. Planning • UDL is a framework within which allinstructional decisions are made. • Pre-planning • Implementation • Review An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

9. The Principles • Engagement • Representation • Expression An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

10. The Principles of UDL http://www.udlcenter.org/screening_room/udlcenter/udl#video2 An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

11. Implementing UDL: The Payoff http://www.udlcenter.org/screening_room/udlcenter/guidelines#video5 An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

12. UDL at BCSC George Van Horn

13. All students can learn Culture of respect, fairness and trust Focus on student learning and achievement Data and research driven decision-making Community collaboration Visionary leadership High performing staff Aligned continuous improvement process Safe, healthy and well-equipped learning environment Fiscal responsibility and efficiency BCSC CORE VALUES An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

14. BCSC CORE VALUES • All students can learn • Culture of respect, fairness and trust • Focus on student learning and achievement • Data and research driven decision-making • Community collaboration • Visionary leadership • High performing staff • Aligned continuous improvement process • Safe, healthy and well-equipped learning environment • Fiscal responsibility and efficiency An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

15. TIER I TIER II TIER III Response To Intervention (RTI) ≈ 80% of students ≈ 20% of students ≈ 5-10% of students An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

16. Tertiary Prevention: Specialized Individualized Systems for Students with High-Risk Behavior CONTINUUM OF SCHOOL-WIDE INSTRUCTIONAL & POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORT ~5% Secondary Prevention: Specialized Group Systems for Students with At-Risk Behavior ~15% Primary Prevention: School-Wide / Classroom-Wide Systems for All Students, Staff, & Settings ~80% of Students An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

17. The current system is in need of integration, alignment, and expansion Random Acts of Improvement An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

18. A Practical Reader in Universal Design for Learning, David H. Rose & Ann Meyer, editors Chapter 3 - Grace Meo “UDL creates a framework that other district initiatives can hang from” An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

19. CAST UDL Spotlight http://udlspotlight.wordpress.com/2009/11/09/a-district-implements-udl

20. Universal Design for Learning • Personalized learning outcomes • Multiple means of representation • Multiple means of engagement • Multiple means of expression RESOURCES PROBLEM SOLVING Instructional Consultation Teams Teacher Assistance Teams • CORE PROCESSES • Academic Curriculum & Instruction • -Mapping • SMART IEP Goals • Text Book Adoption • Behavior Curriculum & Instruction • - PBS Building teacher capacity and diversifying core instruction An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

21. Universal Design for Learning Positive Behavior Supports 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2001 Instructional Service Delivery 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 Instructional Consultation Teams 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Time Line An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

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23. PATINS George Van Horn

24. The BCSC Technology Landscape Mike Jamerson

25. The Vision of Technology “To create a technology-rich environment that enables the Learning Community.” • To do this technology must: • support and enhance the curriculum • be as easy to use as chalk • be appropriate • improve the communication with all stakeholders An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

26. But sometimes it seems like…. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

27. BCSC Technology Overview • One of the largest and most complex technology infrastructures in southern Indiana • 5000 computers – desktops, laptops, point of sale terminals • High-speed fiber network connecting 20 instructional and administrative sites • Over 5100 email users – students and staff • More than 7500 network users • 1:385 technician to computer ratio An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

28. Instructional Mission People Processes Technology The BCSC Technology View Technology isn’t the end; it’s the means. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

29. BCSC Technology LandscapeThe People Director of Technology Administrative Assistant Operational Services Information Services (3.5) Building Technologists (13) Service / Telecommunication Repair Team (3) Network Administrator (1) An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

30. BCSC Technology LandscapeProcesses • Assistance in the selection of technology equipment • Establishment of technology standards • Hardware • Software • Problem Reporting • Asset Tracking • Purchase and installation of all technology equipment • Technology problem determination and resolution An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

31. BCSC Technology LandscapeConnectivity Internet Connection Wide Area Network Local Area Network 100Mbs wired connections in every instructional space 45Mbs connection from the Network Operations Center High speed fiber connection between each instructional and administrative site to the Network Operations Center An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

32. BCSC Technology Landscape Standard Technology • District-level • Network-based software • Instructional software • Productivity software • Administrative software • Building-level • Site licensed software • Classrooms / Offices • Signature Classroom technology • Standard classroom technology • District image An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

33. Break

34. A.M. Team Specific UDL Conversations

35. Group discussion - 30 minutes • Move through the following 7 prompts. • What I know about the topic area • What confuses me or I don’t know about the topic area • Up to this point, what has been the role of the technology department when it comes to UDL? • Who is “in charge” of overseeing the implementation of UDL in our intermediary/region/district (choose the appropriate grouping for your table) • How I know I’m supporting teachers so they can apply the principles of UDL • What barriers I believe will appear An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

36. Insights - 10 minutes • As a group, identify three major insights or “ah-has” about UDL that you gleaned from this group’s discussion. • Enter these insights on your groups’ document. If the insights are unanswered questions, discuss these questions or request support from one of the facilitators so the insights become statements. • You should end this step with three insights specifically about the application of UDL in the classroom. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

37. Applying the findings - 10 minutes • As a group, consider how the three major insights apply to what is and what is not happening in your intermediaries/districts/schools (choose appropriate grouping) and why. • Write these down with your insights. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

38. Digging deeper - 8 minutes • Each person will use one piece of paper per insight (three pieces of paper total) using the sheets provided with the following box: • Write one insight in the top left box. In the top right box, write down two to three implementation barriers specific to you. Repeat this step for each insight. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

39. Identifying solutions - 12 minutes • In pairs, discuss those three barriers and identify a potential solution for each barrier. Write those solutions in the lower left hand box. • Save this paper for this afternoon. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

40. Lunch

41. Connecting Technology to Instruction Mike Jamerson

42. Instructional Mission People Processes Technology Technology’s Role in the Context of Universal Design for Learning • Technology must: • Become a natural part of the classroom • Be available when needed • Support the elements of UDL • Add not subtract from the instruction An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

43. Critical Success Factors for Technology • Approach to support and service • People • Processes • Listening to the Voice of the Customer • Problem Tickets • Surveys • Interviews • Standardization • Equipment • Software An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

44. Technology Support Roles • Installs • Installs new equipment. • Installs new or updated versions of software applications. • Maintains and upgrades equipment. • Communicates • Consults with instructional leaders to identify technology needs. • Participates in developing building-level technology plans. • Provides information about system changes to customers. Building Technologist • Fixes • Assesses problems / malfunctions. • Identifies and implements corrective actions. • Maintains building-level technology. • Manages • Performs on-site support for various building-level administrative systems and networks. • Manages the building-level technology inventory. An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

45. One Approach to the Help Desk An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

46. Request for Support 360 Facility UDL HelpDesk Request Identification and Resolution Technology Team UDL Support Team Media Center Personnel Building Technologist Technology Assistance Flow Solution Implementation An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

47. Support Tools – 360 Facility Tracking Communication • Progress • Resolution 360 Facility • Outstanding • Completion • Automatic • By referral • Improvement • Surveys Management Escalation An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

48. BCSC Technology Landscape Building Technology • Persistent networked storage • Networked printing • Network access to digital resources • Learn 360 video content • Curriculum-related software • Worldbook Online • SIRS, Newsbank, and CENGAGE, Proquest e-library • Assessment tools An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

49. BCSC Technology Landscape Classroom Equipment • High speed wired or wireless access • Teacher computer and 2 student stations (elementary only) • Presentation device - S-Video capable TV or ceiling mounted multi-media projector • VHS and DVD playback device • Phone with voice mail • Overhead projector or document camera An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams

50. BCSC Imaging Process June – August Re-imaging May Add building customization September – December Collect feedback April Distribute Final District image January Survey users for changes February - March Build and test Base image An Instructional Framework for School-Based Teams