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Universal Design for Learning

A framework for designing teaching so all learners can access it, by offering multiple means of engagement, representation and action and expression.

Also called
UDL
Used in
United States, All four UK nations (details may differ)
Topic
Teaching and learning

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Inclusion United States All four UK nations (details may differ) International
Educating students with disabilities or special needs in general classrooms with the support they need.
Differentiation All four UK nations (details may differ) United States International
Adapting teaching, tasks, support or outcomes so that pupils with different needs can all make progress.

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