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Nurturing an Inclusive Learning Culture through Universal Design for Learning

Inclusion / News / Pedagogy and Curriculum / Technology April 19, 2018 April 19, 2018

What does it really mean to use a UDL lens? This series by Kathy McClaskey explores how Universal Design for Learning (UDL)can strengthen teaching and reinforce a culture where every learner feels that they are valued, belong, and are learning. Part One: Understanding the Pedagogy of a Learning Science to …

Nurturing Students with Special Needs in Nature

Free and Low Cost / Inclusion / Learning Spaces / Nature October 5, 2017 March 14, 2018

What is a reading forest and how might it benefit children with disabilities? Read all about it in this article from the Guardian: Our children with SEN benefit from how the outdoors relieves stress and anxiety, develops social skills, motivates learning across the curriculum (and beyond) and allows them to …

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My passion is understanding and improving opportunities for children to grow and learn, by working with children and adults throughout the world, on topics including universal design for learning, learning in and through nature, behavior and self regulation, and thoughtful use of technology in education. Let’s take the next step together – in workshops, consultations, mentoring, and writing or designing materials!