UDL and AT for Early Childhood Education by Julia H https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg en-us 2022-12-02 19:36:33 UTC 2025-09-27 15:14:32 UTC hello@padlet.com Welcome itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407098971 The purpose of this Padlet is to provide a resource for anyone who may be seeking information about what UDL and AT are, why they are impactful, or how they can be integrated into early childhood education.]]> 2022-12-02 19:50:22 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407098971 What Can Be Found On This Padlet: itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407100721 Through exploring this Padlet, you will find information relating to UDL and AT and why they are important in both early childhood education and K12 education. An in in-depth explanation is provided for both UDL and AT, along with examples of technologies and further resources for exploration.]]> 2022-12-02 19:52:11 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407100721 Why UDL Ted Talk itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407101379 2022-12-02 19:52:55 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407101379 UDL Section itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407102857 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a neuro-science based framework designed to optimize learning for all students, due to neuroplasticity, while also providing teachers with guidelines on how to improve their lessons! These guidelines can be applied to any subject or lesson, with the intent of accommodating the variability of all students through multiple means of representation, action and expression, and engagement! ]]> 2022-12-02 19:54:35 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407102857 AT Section itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407103166 Assistive Technology (AT) can be a product or system that helps a child or adult with a disability perform a task that may have been difficult to accomplish before the use of AT was implemented.]]> 2022-12-02 19:54:54 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407103166 Multiple Means of Representation itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407107970 Multiple Means of Representation focuses on the “WHAT” of learning. Every learner takes in information differently depending on how it is presented to them, so it is crucial that we as teachers present information in various ways so that all learners are able to perceive and comprehend that information. Four types of technology that could be used for this guideline are...
1. Ability to change the size of text, graphs, images, etc. for visual preferences.
2. Ability to adjust the volume for auditory preferences.
3. Written transcripts or auditory clips for videos to help learners see or retain information in a more preferable or needed way. 
4. Presenting key concepts through various alternative formats - videos, diagrams, pictures, stories, etc. so that concepts are not presented in one sole way, rather various ways to meet the preference of every learner.]]> 2022-12-02 20:00:27 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407107970 Multiple Means of Action and Expression itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407108237 Multiple Means of Action and Expression focuses on the HOW of learning. Every learner differs in how they prefer to express what they know and have learned, so as teachers we must provide multiple ways for students to express what they have learned so that it is optimal for every learner. Four types of technology that could be used for this guideline are...
1. Use of social media and interactive web tools to allow learners to be creative with how they express their learning. 
2. Spell checkers, grammar checkers, and word prediction software to help learners develop clear and correct expressions. 
3. Virtual or concrete math manipulators for those who prefer visuals or kinesthetic learning styles. 
4. Web applications to integrate a computer into expressing what learners have learned. ]]> 2022-12-02 20:00:45 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407108237 5 Online UDL Resources itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407109860 2022-12-02 20:02:36 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407109860 Reading itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407115929 Four types of technology that could be used for this type of AT are...
1. Adding "page flutters" (tabs) between pages to make turning pages easier. 
2. Electronic software or apps to make reading more interactive and usable. 
3. Text-to-speech to help learners comprehend reading material.
4. Graphic organizers to help learners visually organize content they have learned.]]> 2022-12-02 20:09:31 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407115929 Writing itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407116394 Four types of technology that could be used for this type of AT are...
1. Addition of large foam grips to pencils, silverware, etc. to help learners develop greater fine-motor skills.
2. High contrast colored paper and pens to help learners see or retain information better - since some colors are proven to help certain learners process information easier. 
3. Slant board to assist with writing or learning to write.
4. Special keyboards/touchscreens to assist learners with spelling or writing. ]]> 2022-12-02 20:10:05 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407116394 Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407116697 Four types of technology that could be used for this type of AT are...
1. BLITAB tactile tablet creates tactile text and graphics in real time for learners.
2. Digital recorders to help learners audibly hear information that may assist them in retaining information easier.
3. Audio books to help learners hear and comprehend what is going on in a story.
4. Dark-line paper provided darker lines and bigger spaces for students who have difficulty using regular lined paper.]]> 2022-12-02 20:10:28 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407116697 5 Online AT Resources itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407117601 2022-12-02 20:11:38 UTC https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407117601 Multiple Means of Engagement itsjulia0 https://padlet.com/itsjulia0/boe2qn808fjj87dg/wish/2407127572 Multiple Means of Engagement focuses on the WHY of learning. Learners will often differ in what they consider to be content that is engaging. Therefore, it is quite important that we as teachers provide multiple ways of engaging our learners so that engagement can be optimal for each individual student. Four types of technology that could be used for this guideline are...
1. Devices, aids, or charts to assist individuals in monitoring their behavior.
2. Zoom breakout rooms to allow learners to collaborate together through an online learning platform.
3. Google slides for group presentations so that learners can simultaneously collaborate and contribute. 
4. Google Doc with prompts or questions to assist learners with their discussion of what they might have learned.
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