Universal Design for Learning
Technology in UDL In the article "Technology Supports in the UDL Framework: Removable Scaffolds or Permanent New Literacies?" by Sheri Vasinda and Jodi Pilgrim (2022), the integration of technology within the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework is examined to support diverse learners. UDL, rooted in the architectural concept of Universal Design, aims to create barrier-free access to education for all students by providing multiple means of engagement, representation, and action/expression. These principles are designed to ensure equitable access and accommodate the variability of learners, promoting inclusive educational practices. Within UDL, scaffolds are built into lessons to ensure every student has access to the information and skills they need to succeed. These scaffolds are meant to be temporary as students gain skills and show knowledge, but Vasinda and Pilgrim (2022) argue that these scaffolds should be permanent supports that allow access to learning for a
