After reviewing the Cast website alone, I have broadened my knowledge and importance of using UDL methods and concepts in the classroom. Since UDL is still a new concept to myself, hearing and seeing valuable information taken from a credible source, taken from the CAST website, can help me to use such knowledge and build upon what I already know. I can and will use this newfound knowledge to create engaging and interactive lessons in my class for ALL level learners. CAST showed me not only a brief glimpse into the history behind Universal Design for Learning, but offered me insight into how the brain functions to process learning from three main networks: Recognition-the "what" of learning, Strategic-the "how" of learning, and Affective-the "why" of learning.
For those who have not yet checked out the CAST website and all it has to offer, please do!!!!!! It provides not only a graphic organizer of how the mind works and processes information, but links to learning tools for incorporating UDL, workshops for practicing educators to enhance their knowledge, and some interesting facts about the CAST website including their research and design projects.
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