Reaching and Engaging All Learners through Technology

Over the past eight weeks, I have had the opportunity to learn about Differentiated instruction and Universal Design for Learning and the difference between them. Both strategies allow educators to give students the opportunity to learn in ways that are best suited to them. Our students come from diverse backgrounds, and with many different needs. Offering lessons in a variety of ways using DI and UDL our students can be successful in the classroom and in the working world.
My first step is to create a survey to learn my student’s interest and learning styles in order to really understand my students better. After this is done I can begin planning lessons based on their responses. Using VoiceThread, Blogs, Wikis, smart-board and many other resources that appeal to students will make learning fun and enjoyable.

Another thing that I appreciated in this class was my Ning group. It was a great place to discuss learning strategies as well as receive great resources that will help me as I further my teaching career. The sources are one that are useful and can be used immediately in the classroom. I feel more comfortable using DI after completing this course and I know my students will be able to learn using methods that are suitable for them. I certainly plan to use them to help me when I plan lessons and activities for my students and share with colleagues at my school.

Technology and Universal Design for Learning

Week 4 application for EDCU 6714.

Follow this link to view my PowerPoint presentation.

http://www.scribd.com/share/upload/21944202/8qbht31vk0cq3qw9hba