18 June 2019

Universal Design for Learning

Accessible Digital Textbooks Using Universal Design for Learning for children with and without disabilities, What is UDL?, UNICEF/Anne Hayes UDL is an educational framework recognizing that all children learn differently and benefit from differentiated learning techniques in the classroom. Essentially, UDL uses practices, space and materials that engage all of the learning strengths mentioned above. UDL seeks to accommodate individual learning differences and styles…, UDL merges neurosciences and learning science, Three boys with one in a wheelchair smiling and using assistive device Three boys with one in a wheelchair smiling and using assistive device Brain networks   UDL principles   Affective networks enable students to engage with the environment consistent with their emotions and proactivity Multiple means of engagement —the “why” of learning. How…, Framework, Universal Design for Learning Affective Networks: The Why of Learning, Engagement, For purposeful, motivated learners, stimulate interest and motivation for learning. Recognition Networks: The What of Learning, Representation, For resourceful, knowledgeable learners, present information and content in different ways. Strategic Networks: The How of Learning, Action and expression, For strategic, goal-directed learners, differentiate the ways that students can express what they know. Source: CAST diagram on Universal Design CAST.org , UDL and technology, Three students in a classroom using a computer @Staphano Azario Three students in a classroom using a computer UNICEF and its partners are committed to addressing all three challenges to promote equitable learning opportunities for learners with disabilities. This guidance document is a first but important step to help educational systems move…, UDL framework applied to technology for textbooks and learning materials, Universal Design for Learning Framework, Impact of accessible digital textbooks using UDL, Karamojong children join hands in a game of ‘ring around the rosy’ during an ABEK class in a ‘manyatta’ (semi-permanent village) near Naitakwaé Town in the north-eastern Moroto District UNICEF/UNI28063/LeMoyne Karamojong children join hands in a game of ‘ring around the rosy’ during an ABEK class in a ‘manyatta’ (semi-permanent village) near…
16 June 2019

Accessible Digital Textbooks for All Initiative

Challenges, Two deaf students learning with accessible textbooks in a classroom in Nairobi, Kenya Two deaf students learning with accessible textbooks in a classroom in Nairobi, Kenya All children can learn and should be given the opportunity to reach their full academic potential, but most children with disabilities are out of school and lack access to…, The goal, The goal is for all learners with disabilities to have equal access to quality learning through accessible and affordable digital textbooks in all contexts.   UNICEF and its partners believe that:  If committed MOEs and key stakeholders partner and invest in making accessible digital textbooks available for children with disabilities…  If…, Solutions, Girl with intellectual disability smiling while using a tablet in the classroom. UNICEFKenya/2019/Rabenstein Girl with intellectual disability smiling while using a tablet in the classroom. By bringing together writers, publishers, teachers, organizations of persons with disabilities (OPD), technology developers, MOE representatives and other…, UNICEF's convening role in the development of Accessible Digital Textbooks includes:, Icon of a group of people with a speech bubble Partnerships and engagement UNICEF partners with key stakeholders and donors in the private and public sectors at the country and global levels to develop and implement the Accessible Digital Textbooks for All initiative. Our partnerships seek to increase the adoption of accessible digital textbooks…