Universal Design for Learning supported by FeedbackFruits

Challenge the traditional one-size-fits-all approach and proactively design instruction that honors students’ variability with UDL.
Author: Sam Passeport from No Borders Learning
Founder of No Borders Learning, helping secondary international schools and higher education institutions strengthen teacher-student connections through relational feedback and chair of the AEA-Europe Assessment Cultures’ Special Interest Group.
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What is universal design for learning?

Universal design for learning (UDL) is an approach that aims to proactively design learning for variability, by lowering access barriers for students and teaching flexibly through multiple means of engagement, representation, and action & expression.

Why universal design for learning?

When teaching with UDL, students feel heard, seen, and valued as their voice matters and they experience control and autonomy over many aspects of their learning experience. This approach is particularly beneficial for students with a functional impairment/disability, such as neurodivergent students.

Fostering flexible learning

Applying UDL enhances accessibility, engagement, and student success by incorporating flexible materials, recorded lectures, multiple assessment options, and student choice in learning pathways.
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Empowering students with choice

UDL enabled students to engage with content through multiple modalities, allowing them to choose how to best demonstrate their knowledge. This flexibility enhanced their learning experience and overall satisfaction.
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Accessibility and student success

Applying Universal design for learning enhances accessibility, engagement, and student success by incorporating flexible materials, recorded lectures, multiple assessment options, and student choice in learning pathways.
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Smith et al, 2021
Community Collaboration, Use of Universal Design in the Classroom
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How does FeedbackFruits support universal design for learning?

FeedbackFruits offers learning activities that support universal design for learning (UDL), such as Interactive Study Materials.

This learning activity includes options for instructors to provide feedback in multiple formats (audio, visual, or text) to increase accessibility and engagement. Specific activities like "Interactive Video" align with UDL principles by providing diverse ways for students to engage with feedback, ensuring all learners can access and understand it in the mode that works best for them. These activities help to reduce barriers and support learner variability.

Get started with universal design for learning using our pre-made learning design templates

These templates—designed by experienced educators—offer proven structures for implementing universal design for learning. Simply select a template, customize it, and launch engaging activities in minutes.
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Role play self-assessment using SPIN Selling methodology

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Peer Review: Role play self assessment

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Create Final Assessment Instructions using GRASPS Framework

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Real-World Problem-Solving Lab

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Social Annotation of Diverse Perspectives

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Peer-Learning: Discuss your Frayer Frame

Collaboration
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Critical analysis of GenAI content

Problem-solving
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Peer review of AI-generated content

Problem-solving
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Low (<10 min)

CBE peer review: Skills in action (Video or podcast-based)

Knowledge uptake
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Share and discuss solutions for TBL (with AI reflection coach)

Problem-solving
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Application exercise for TBL (with AI Discussion Coach)

Problem-solving
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Team formation for TBL

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Strengthening soft skills through peer feedback

Problem-solving
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Low (<10 min)

Perspective swap discussion

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Getting organized! Selecting the topic for the project

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Interdisciplinary project: Group member assessment & reflection

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Self Reflection of AI-generated Content

Critical thinking
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Low (<10 min)

Creating effective student groups

Critical thinking
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Low (<10 min)

Individual and group quiz in team-based learning

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Creating effective student groups

Collaboration
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Prompt-based open discussion

Critical thinking
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Low (<10 min)

Low-stakes knowledge check

Problem-solving
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Low (<10 min)

Instructor feedback on oral presentations

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Self-assessment on skills | Reflection moments

Critical thinking
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Interactive lecture presentation

Problem-solving
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Guided reading comprehension

Knowledge uptake
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Individual and group quiz in team-based learning

Problem-solving
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Self-assessment on deliverables

Knowledge uptake
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High (>30 min)

Pre-class preparation on a document

Collaboration
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High (>30 min)

Pre-class preparation on a video

Collaboration
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High (>30 min)

Pre-class preparation on an audio file

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Instant AI feedback on students' essays

Knowledge uptake
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Low (<10 min)

Instant AI feedback on research paper

Knowledge uptake
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Low (<10 min)

Introduction to course syllabus – Comprehension exercise

Knowledge uptake
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Low (<10 min)

Group collaboration evaluation for graduates

Collaboration
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Low (<10 min)

Undergraduate group evaluation

Collaboration
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Intermediate (10-30 min)

Instructor feedback on student research paper

Knowledge uptake

Universal design for learning, directly within your LMS

FeedbackFruits integrates seamlessly with your Learning Management System, making it simple to incorporate universal design for learning activities into your existing courses. Whether you teach online, hybrid, or face-to-face, FeedbackFruits ensures that activating student participation is just a few clicks away—no additional overhead, no steep learning curve.
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Explore our free resources about UDL

The inclusive education checklist

The checklist covers 6 key areas (structure and processes, curriculum design and delivery, assessment and feedback, community and belonging, pathways to success, technology adoption).
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Differentiated and personalized learning

What is the difference between differentiated and personalized learning? And how can institutions optimize them in hybrid and online classrooms? These questions will be discussed in this article.
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Leverage AI for inclusive learning

This webinar discusses the challenges, opportunities, and best practices for integrating AI tools to foster inclusive learning environments.
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See what FeedbackFruits learning activities can be used to support Universal Design for Learning

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Teacher Feedback

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Self-Assessment

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AI Feedback

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Quiz

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Peer Review

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Group Evaluations

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