Introduction to UDL PreK-12: Instructor-Led Online Course (New for 2025!)

Dive into the world of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) with this self-directed, online course tailored for educators spanning PreK-12.This interactive course is designed to empower educators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to effectively implement UDL principles in their learning environment, fostering inclusive, engaging, and accessible learning spaces that cater to the diverse needs of all students.

Using the UDL framework and its practical guidelines, participants will learn to:

• Define the UDL principles and guidelines and demonstrate a clear understanding of the UDL framework.
• Apply UDL principles and guidelines to design inclusive and accessible learning experiences for diverse learners in various teaching contexts.
• Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of UDL implementation in a variety of teaching contexts.
• Create lesson plans that integrate UDL principles and resources, and that are inclusive and accessible for diverse learners in various teaching contexts, demonstrating the practical application of UDL strategies in the classroom.
• Address areas for improvement in their own teaching practice.
• Develop a comprehensive UDL implementation plan for their classrooms, incorporating UDL resources from CAST.
• Reflect on personal growth and learning throughout the course and set goals for continued professional development in the area of Universal Design for Learning.

This is a group-paced, facilitated online course with 11 digital modules. Participants are assigned 1 module per week that will include a mix of videos, readings, media, activities, discussion board posts, and deliverable assignments.The course facilitator is available for questions, feedback, and grades assignments.The course is the equivalent of 45 contact hours.

Participants who complete the course with a C- (71%) or better will receive an email that contains a printable PDF of an official CAST certificate.

The bundle includes the course registration and a code to redeem Credential 1:Mindset. To learn more about the UDL Credentials and Certifications please contact [email protected].

If you are enrolling a team of 5 or more from the same organization, please email [email protected].

Please review our Online Course Withdrawal Policy.

Please be aware that online courses will only run with 5 or more participants. If there are fewer than 5 people enrolled, we will refund 100% to anyone who has registered.

If you are paying for your ticket with an invoice, Purchase Orders must be submitted at the time of registration to submit your order successfully. All Purchase Orders should be uploaded to the Purchase Order Submission Form at the time of registration.

To learn more about CAST's online courses, please contact [email protected].

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