ABSTRACT

In this study, three interactive, online modules on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) were delivered over four weeks with teacher candidates to improve their skills and knowledge for developing and implementing lesson plans based on UDL principles. Eight teacher candidates who were in a dual certification degree programme (i.e. general and special education) and enrolled in a graduate-level course participated in the study. After completion of the modules, the candidates significantly enhanced their ability to design lesson plans based on UDL principles and reliably implement the lessons during their student teaching placements in both high- and low- technology settings. The candidates described the discussion forums shared with their peers as the most useful aspect of the modules for promoting their learning. Additionally, teachers revealed a strong willingness to apply the principles of UDL in their future teaching. Limitations and implications are discussed.

摘要

在这项研究中，三个关于通用学习设计 (UDL) 的交互式在线模块在四个星期内与教师候选人一起提供，以提高他们根据 UDL 原则制定和实施课程计划的技能和知识。八名参加双认证学位课程（即普通教育和特殊教育）并注册研究生课程的教师候选人参加了这项研究。完成模块后，考生显着提高了根据 UDL 原则设计课程计划的能力，并在高技术和低技术环境中的学生教学实习期间可靠地实施课程。候选人将与同龄人共享的论坛描述为模块中促进他们学习的最有用的方面。此外，教师们表现出强烈愿意在他们未来的教学中应用 UDL 的原则。讨论了局限性和影响。