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A critical analysis of universal design for learning in the U.S. federal education law


Abstract Universal Design for Learning (UDL) has been frequently discussed as a framework that guides the design of inclusive learning environments for all students with and without disabilities. This policy brief reports on findings of a content analysis of how UDL was referenced in three major U.S. federal education laws. Results indicate that UDL was not explicitly defined although it was closely tied to alternative assessment and technology in K-12 education laws. References to UDL in the higher education law suggested using UDL to guide inclusive educational practices for post-secondary students and the need to integrate the framework into educator preparation.
Authors Ling Zhang ORCID , Richard Allen Carter University of WyomingORCID , Nicholas Jay Hoekstra
Journal Info SAGE Publishing | Policy Futures in Education , pages: 147821032311795 - 147821032311795
Publication Date 5/25/2023
ISSN 1478-2103
TypeKeyword Image article
Open Access hybrid Hybrid Access
DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/14782103231179530
KeywordsKeyword Image Universal Design for Learning (Score: 0.688219) , Usability (Score: 0.501855)