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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022-Jul
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Universal Design for Learning: When Policy Changes before Evidence
Hollingshead, Aleksandra; Lowrey, K. Alisa; Howery, Kathy
Educational Policy, v36 n5 p1135-1161 Jul 2022
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a scientifically validated framework that has been included in policy like the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 and the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008. However, studies have pointed out the variability in definitions and implementation surrounding UDL. In order to clarify this conversation, researchers collected and analyzed the narratives of experts in the origination and research of UDL. Nineteen experts participated in semi-structured interviews that examined definitions of UDL, its critical components, and identified priorities within the framework. Findings resulted in five themes. Implications for future research, policy, and practice are offered.
Descriptors: Access to Education, Specialists, Policy Analysis, Educational Legislation, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Legislation, Definitions, Guidelines, Educational Policy, Comparative Analysis, Inclusion, Higher Education, Student Diversity, Barriers, Program Implementation, Participant Characteristics, Evidence
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Every Student Succeeds Act 2015; Higher Education Opportunity Act 2008
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