Tips and Tricks for Combining Universal Design for Learning and Artificial Intelligence

Dr. Matt Bergman
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60
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Multi Device
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4.94
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Description

Are you curious about how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) can work together to foster accessibility, engagement, and academic success for every student? When combined with UDL principles, AI can enhance accessibility by providing multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression, ensuring that all students have equitable access to learning opportunities. Join Dr. Matt Bergman for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we explore a treasure trove of free AI tools to unpack standards, build custom scaffolds, craft engaging assessments, and so much more. Get ready to unleash the power of artificial intelligence for inclusive learning! Matt's expertise in universal design for learning will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to design lessons that cater to every student's unique needs and transform your classroom into a thriving landscape of personalized learning powered by AI and UDL.

Objectives

Recall the key concepts and strategies for combining UDL and AI to design accessible and engaging lessons as discussed in the workshop Analyze the relationship between UDL principles, AI technology, and student engagement, exploring how AI-driven interventions can support UDL implementation. Implement UDL-based instructional strategies supported by AI technology in your own teaching practice, designing personalized learning experiences that cater to diverse learner needs. Evaluate the effectiveness of AI-supported UDL approaches in promoting student engagement, motivation, and academic achievement, using data to inform instructional decisions. Assess the impact of AI integration on student learning outcomes and accessibility, reflecting on areas for improvement and innovation. Develop a personalized plan for integrating UDL and AI in your instructional practice, leveraging technology to enhance accessibility, engagement, and learning outcomes.

Key Take Aways

• Discover practical strategies for leveraging AI technology to support UDL implementation, including adaptive learning platforms, intelligent tutoring systems, and personalized feedback mechanisms. • Explore how AI can assist in providing differentiated instruction, scaffolding learning experiences, and assessing student progress in real-time, enhancing the effectiveness of UDL-based instruction. • Learn how to integrate AI-driven tools and resources into your teaching practice to create dynamic and interactive learning environments that promote student autonomy, mastery, and engagement. • Gain insights into the transformative potential of combining UDL and AI in education, and how to advocate for the adoption of AI-supported UDL approaches in your school or district.

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Dr. Matt Bergman

Dr. Matt Bergman is an Assessment and Curriculum Coordinator at Elizabethtown College. A “UDL Evangelist,” he draws on his background in teaching, coaching, and design to help create inclusive, accessible learning using UDL, tech, AI, and SEL strategies.
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