Understanding that students learn differently, Dr. Peggy Holzweiss exemplifies Universal Design for Learning (UDL) by creating courses that are engaging and accessible. Her approach to course design includes the integration of project-based learning, offering student choice in creative processes, and providing scaffolding to build skills. She integrates flexible assignments, and tools like captioned video lectures and tagged PDFs to ensure all students can fully participate. Dr. Holzweiss believes her primary goal is to cultivate student confidence and has an inspirational commitment to prioritizing accessibility and continuous improvement. In the video below, she discusses her approach to course design and the ongoing work of making learning accessible for everyone.
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