The Beginning

This blog will illustrate my professional journey and exploration in learning about Assistive Technology, with a strong emphasis on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in elementary and special education classrooms. For many years, students were expected to learn and communicate in the same way. Society did not realize students enter the classroom with a variety of learning abilities, and many students require special education services to help them become successful during their educational experience. Within the school district I work in, inclusion is now a model used in all classrooms. It becomes necessary for the teacher to meet the needs of every student in their classroom by offering multiple means of engagement and providing them with equal opportunities to learn among their peers. Everyone has something valuable to offer; and given the right tools and services, success is possible for all. I want to be able to implement a Universal Design for Learning in my classroom to support all of my students.