Picture a school that’s welcoming, respectful, engaging, and safe for each and every learner. This book presents a bold new plan for bringing that vision to life in any learning environment, from kindergarten through postsecondary education.
Going far beyond the fundamentals of Universal Design for Learning, this planning guide shows educators the secret to truly inclusive schools: braiding UDL concepts together with culturally responsive pedagogy and collaborative teamwork. Inclusion and UDL expert Patti Kelly Ralabate lays out not just the why behind this equity-focused approach but also the what and how teachers need to put it into action. Through research-based guidance and classroom-ready strategies, educators will build a sense of belonging and promote true inclusion by “designing to the edges”—intentionally planning instruction that meets the needs of every learner in today’s diverse classrooms.
Ideal for collaborative teams, professional learning communities, and preservice courses, this innovative guide will help educators create unbiased, culturally responsive, and truly inclusive environments where all students learn and belong.
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About the Downloads
About the Authors
Foreword
Acknowledgements
Dedication
Introduction
Chapter 1: Advocating for True Inclusion
Chapter 2: Designing to the Edges
Chapter 3: Collaborating on Inclusive Design
Chapter 4: Championing True Inclusion
Chapter 5: Widening the True Inclusion Circle
Glossary
References
A must read for all district leaders and classroom educators...[provides] not only the research, but also the resources and strategies to implement UDL for ALL learners beyond the classroom level to the larger community.