UDL in Online College Coursework: Insights of Infusion and Educator Preparedness

Authors

  • LaRon Scott Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Peter Temple Virginia Commonwealth University
  • David Marshall Virginia Commonwealth University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24059/olj.v19i5.623

Keywords:

Special education teacher preparation, online learning, UDL in online courses

Abstract

Teacher education programs are increasing the use of online courses to train and prepare teachers. The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework is one strategy used to effectively train and prepare special education teachers in the online learning environment. The purpose of this study was to examine participants’ perception of UDL in online graduate-level courses and their preparation after completing the online courses using UDL. Mean ratings are reported for course alignment with UDL principles as are teacher preparation ratings. Participants reported that they perceived the online courses to be aligned with the UDL principles and that their learning and preparation was positively impacted. The results contribute to the application of these findings to online coursework and teacher preparation. Limitations and implications are discussed.

Author Biography

LaRon Scott, Virginia Commonwealth University

Assistant Professor, Special Education & Disability Policy

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2015-11-23

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