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Introduction to UDL

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Introduction to UDL

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a teaching framework that helps all students succeed through inclusive design.

1. What is UDL and why does it matter?

🎯Engagement – build interest and motivation 👁 Representation – different ways to understand information ✏️Action & Expression – different ways to show learning

2. UDL Key Principles

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Learners

UDL helps teachers design lessons with multiple ways to learn and show understanding.

• A more inclusive learningenvironment
• Greater engagement and motivation
• Supports learner agency

3. How does it help?

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✔ Practical guidance for inclusive teaching ✔ The Little Book of UDL ✔ Extra resources for inclusive teaching ✔ Challenge catcher

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Choice in Final Tasks

Visible Goals & Big Question

Songs & Stories

Scaffolded learning

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Pupils learn grammarstructures through fun songs that support retention

The unit opens with a question that introduces the Learning Situation and stimulates curiosity.

Pupils work on theLearning Situation throughout the unit through activities from the Learning Situations Pad.

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Videos featurean audio version to ensure flexible formats for diverse learner needs.​

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Vocabulary is introduced through in multiple formats to support your diverse classroom

Communicative activities are scaffolded with models and cut‑outs for extra support.

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Certain activitiessupport UDL by allowing pupils to respond orally or in writing.

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Allow pupils decide how to present their final task.

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Adaptive Practice App

Adaptive Practice is a feature within MEE Air that gives students personalised, bite-sized practice and supports teachers with performance insights.

SUPPORTS UDL BY

Short tasks & scaffolding

Personalised learning

Gamification

Self-reflection

Teacher insights

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Why is this UDL?

Clear learning goals help learners understand what they are learning and why. When students see the purpose of an activity, they are more motivated and able to engage strategically with their learning.

How does it help?

-It increases motivation and focus -It supports purposeful, goal-oriented learning -It helps learners track progress and success -It encourages active participation

Why is this UDL?

Songs and stories provide multimodal language input through audio, visuals and narrative, helping learners access meaning in different ways.

How does it help?

- Increases engagement and enjoyment- Supports comprehension through storytelling and visuals - Strengthens memory through rhythm and repetition - Helps language retention and understanding

Why is this UDL?

Learning situations provide scaffolded, meaningful contexts that connect learning to real-life experiences. This removes barriers and helps all learners access the learning goal.

How does it help?

- Builds understanding step by step- Connects learning to real-world contexts - Promotes collaboration and communication - Supports confidence and participation

Why is this UDL?

Offering choice in final tasks allows students to demonstrate learning in ways that reflect their strengths and preferences, supporting Multiple Means of Action & Expression.

How does it help?

-Promotes autonomy and learner agency- Allows students to use their strengths - Increases motivation and confidence - Supports inclusive participation