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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) consists of three principles, representation, action and expression, and engagement and has been shaped from its original inception as more research has been added to the literature. The following is a brief synopsis of the history of UDL, a discussion of the benefits for students with disabilities when applying the UDL framework to the classroom, and technology to aid in implementing UDL for specific learning tasks. UDL is a research-based framework for creating curricula and allows multiple abilities to “enter” into the learning and acts as the catalyst for including all students therefore designing smart classrooms.
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Courtad, C.A. (2019). Making Your Classroom Smart: Universal Design for Learning and Technology. In: Uskov, V., Howlett, R., Jain, L. (eds) Smart Education and e-Learning 2019. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies, vol 144. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-8260-4_44
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