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Applying UDL principles: Allowing learners to show what they know in multiple ways

Applying UDL principles: Allowing learners to show what they know in multiple ways

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Applying UDL principles: Allowing learners to show what they know in multiple ways

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- Now it's time to look at Multiple Means of Expression. In other words, we'll look at using technology to give students pathways to show they've reached a learning outcome and assess their improvement. First, let's look at allowing students to show what they know in different ways. Here are just a couple suggestions. The first can take advantage of technology, but can be done with paper just as easily. Provide multiple question options for essay tests. For each section of an essay test provide more than one question option. They should all relate to the same core concept from the class. Make sure every question on the page will allow students to demonstrate achievement of the same learning outcome. Tell students to answer only one question from each page of the test. Ask students to submit an essay as the basic assignment. For an extra challenge, allow students to use the essay as a script and submit an audio presentation or podcast episode, screencast and online presentation with…

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