Providing Access and Agency with UDL

20 Feb 2025
Niel Albero
Niel Albero
Senior Professional Learning Specialist, CAST
Linda DeYounge
Linda DeYounge
Program Manager of Online Learning, Learning Technology Center

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Episode Notes

What if every student had exactly what they needed to learn and thrive? That’s the goal of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)—a framework designed to give students access and agency in their learning.

In this episode, we’re chatting with Niel Albero, Senior Professional Learning Specialist at CAST, to break down what UDL is really about, what’s new in the latest updates from CAST, and how technology can be a game-changer in creating more inclusive classrooms.

No matter where you are on your UDL journey, you’ll pick up practical ideas you can start using in your classroom tomorrow.

Interview Guests

Niel Albero | Senior Professional Learning Specialist, CAST

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Niel Albero
Niel Albero
Senior Professional Learning Specialist, CAST

Linda DeYounge
Linda DeYounge
Program Manager of Online Learning, Learning Technology Center

Linda designs, develops, and evaluates the LTC’s digital professional learning, including working with subject matter experts to create learning objectives, conducting needs assessments, and delivering interactive online PD opportunities.