The Research in Teaching and Learning (RITL) group will provide a structured presentation and discussion of the article “Transforming Higher Education: A Systematic Review of Faculty Training in UDL and Its Benefits.”

RITL members will briefly introduce the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework, examine the research questions posed by the authors, and review their study design, methodological choices, and conclusions. We will then engage in a group discussion focused on potential applications of the findings in our own teaching and learning contexts.

Participants who are new to UDL, or who would like a refresher, may find this short resource helpful in advance: “UDL & the Learning Brain.” You're encouraged to do the reading in advance and come with your thoughts and questions. However, if you don't have time to do the pre-reading, don't let that prevent you from joining us!  

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This event, hosted by the Research-Informed Teaching & Learning (RITL) TLC Affinity Group, is open to members of the Harvard community. Please contact Odile Harter (oharter@fas.harvard.edu) well in advance if you would like to bring a guest who does not have a Harvard ID.

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Directions to Lamont Forum Room (3rd floor):

via stairs: When you enter the main entrance of Lamont, take the stairs to your right up to the third floor, and the Forum Room will be directly in front of you, through white double doors.

via elevator: When you enter the main entrance of Lamont, take the elevator next to the circulation desk (to your left) to the third floor, then exit and walk straight ahead until the double doors on your right-hand side. Go through them and immediately turn to your right; the Forum Room will be directly in front of you, through white double doors.