UDL Lesson Planning: A Step-by-Step Process

Effective UDL lesson planning begins with the identification of clear, flexible learning goals that specify what students should know, understand, or be able to do, without prescribing the means by which they will demonstrate this. A UDL lesson planning process typically involves: (1) defining the learning goal, separating it from the means of achieving it; (2) anticipating learner variability and identifying potential barriers; (3) designing for engagement through choices and real-world connections; (4) designing for representation through multiple formats; (5) designing for action and expression through varied demonstration options; and (6) planning formative assessment strategies for ongoing feedback.