Hi Sasha, I thought your post did a great job explaining how UDL and inclusive learning design work together to make education more adaptable and equitable. I liked how you emphasized that there is no “average learner” and connected that idea to Todd Rose’s talk. The part about teaching to the “edges” also really stood…
https://maxlockwood.opened.ca/category/blog-post/3 (Unable to properly embed.) Hi Max, I liked how you broke down UDL into clear sections of engagement, representation, and action and expression. It made your explanation easy to follow, especially with how you connected it to your tutoring experience at UVic. That personal example really showed how flexible teaching methods can make complex…
Hi Yuyang, Your explanation of UDL and inclusive learning design was very clear and easy to follow. I liked how you linked them to real-world examples like the “fat-finger issue” and the false consensus effect (that comparison really stood out because it showed how small design choices can have a big impact on accessibility, both…
Hi Kynan, Your post made a great connection between Backward Design and programming. The way you compared setting clear learning outcomes to understanding program requirements before coding really stood out. It was an effective example that showed how planning with the end goal in mind can improve both software development and learning design. I also…
Hi Divina, Your post did a great job of connecting Backward Design and Design Thinking in a way that made both frameworks easy to understand. I liked how you explained the stages of UbD alongside the steps of Design Thinking, showing how empathy and iteration can guide better learning design. Your example of Miss Stacy…
Introduction Design plays an important role in shaping how people experience learning, especially in online and blended environments where students bring different abilities, backgrounds, and circumstances. Module 3 introduced several frameworks that address this diversity, including Universal Design for Learning (UDL), inclusive learning design, and principles of effective online education. These ideas emphasize planning for…
Hi Jaisal, I enjoyed reading your post and especially liked how you connected your psychology background to learning theories. The example you gave about how different environments affect your productivity stood out to me, since I am the same way when it comes to studying at home versus on campus. I also thought your story…
Hi Harwin, I really enjoyed reading your post and learning more about your journey. It was inspiring to see how you stayed disciplined and consistent from your first internship in Prince George all the way to receiving a full-time offer at Amazon. I also liked the way you described project-based learning and how it helped…
Hi Marcos, I liked how you described the Socratic seminar and the way it makes learning more engaging. I am the same way when I try to explain a concept to someone else because it forces me to slow down, organize my thoughts, and check whether I really understand. Like you, I think this is…
Backward Design and Understanding by Design (UbD) I think it is valuable to start planning with end goals in mind because they provide direction and purpose to the learning process. When I know what the final outcomes are, it becomes much easier for me to focus on the skills or knowledge that matter most, instead…