Design for Learning with Neuroscience, UDL and Inclusive Teaching
Concurrent Session 6
Brief Abstract
This presentation will engage participants in exploring strategies for optimizing emotions, interests, attention, memory and skill development in learners, with the help of neuromyth worksheet, activity to redesign a teaching challenge applying neuroscience and Universal Design for Learning, and two case studies on inclusive design.
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Extended Abstract
Timetable:
o Present on neuroscience findings that serves as the theoretical underpinnings for Universal Design for Learning and Inclusive Design, with the guide of a worksheet on neuromyths, promoting individual reflection/interaction (10 min.)
o Present on the principles of UDL with examples (5 min.)
o Present on the five steps for Inclusive Design with specific examples and strategies (10 min.)
o Activity: Re-design a teaching challenge using inclusive design principles (5 min.)
o Activity: Microaggression Case Study (5 min.)
o Activity: Inclusive Teaching Case Study (5 min.)
o Q& A and resource sharing (5 min.)
Key Findings:
- Neuroscience for Learning
o Neuroplasticity
o Neuro-variability
o Prior knowledge and experience
o Stimulus driven or goal driven
o Emotions
o Neuro-pathways & Interest/Curiosity/Attention/Memory/Expertise development
o Visual Brain
o Social Brain
o Metacognition, critical thinking, and decision-making brain
- Universal Design for Learning Principles:
o Multiple means of representation
o Multiple means of action & expression
o Multiple means of engagement
- Five Steps for Inclusive Design:
o Establishing and supporting an inclusive course climate
o Setting explicit expectations
o Promoting diversity and inclusion through course content
o Designing all course elements for accessibility
o Cultivating critical self-reflection
Relevance to Higher Education:
The research on neuroscience, Universal Design for Learning and Inclusive Teaching are universal principles and can be applied to any learner, including students in higher education.