This post on the ISTE website contains an article that explores ways UDL can be used to guide professional development and professional learning. The article identifies five (5) ways UDL drives professional learning, keeping in mind concepts like learner variability, options for engagement and leveraging technology. Additional concepts are also discussed.

How does it relate to the UDL-SICC?

This article supports the Professional Learning Domain, Element 2, which focuses on school leaders using the UDL framework to provide professional learning opportunities to their educators that are personalized, job-embedded and promote professional growth. Element 2 of this domain stresses the importance of UDL professional learning that is flexible to address staff variability.

How might you use it?

• This article can be used as a guide for developing professional learning experiences that considers adult learners’ interests and preferences as they engage in professional development
• Individuals responsible for designing and delivering professional development can explore recommendations of this article to integrate elements of UDL in both the design and delivery of professional learning opportunities.
• Elements of the article can be used to empower educators to develop a growth mindset as it relates to UDL implementation in their classroom.