
Universal Design for Learning Institute (UDL-I)
The Universal Design for Learning Institute (UDL-I) is a program on accessible course design that centers around Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to support instructors in crafting equitable course materials and assessment methods. Participants will
develop/revise learning outcomes, syllabus language, assessment strategies, and Canvas course elements that center inclusion, accessibility, and equity. We’ll also look at ways to leverage AI as an accessibility tool.
Fall 2025
Fridays, 10:30-11:30AM on Zoom, starting October 3
Register for UDL-I
Learning Outcomes and Intended Impacts
After completing UDL-I, participants will leave with:
- a revised syllabus and learning activity based on Universal Design for Learning
- a redesigned, accessible Canvas template that can be applied to all courses
- strategies to implement UDL and accessibility sustainably
Benefits
- Experiential and intensive professional development in digital accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (a flexible pedagogical framework that honors learner variability)
- Collaboration with colleagues who are also committed to inclusive, equitable, and accessible courses, including online classes
Individualized support from CEE
Eligibility
All are welcome!
Contact
Katie Healey, Ph.D., Education Specialist for Online/Hybrid Pedagogies, khhealey@ucdavis.edu.
Past Participants
Dr. Alicia Rusoja, Assistant Professor, School of Education
Dr. Andrew Alameda, Lecturer, Mathematics
Dr. Azra Jahanitabesh, Lecturer, Psychology
Dr. Bwalya Lungu, Associate Professor of Teaching, Food Science and Technology
Dr. Claudia Sanchez-Gutierrez, Associate Professor, Spanish
Dr. Erin Gray, Assistant Professor, American Studies
Kelly Crosby, Lecturer, Writing Center
Dr. Jason White, Associate Professor of Teaching, Chemical Engineering
Dr. Korana Burke, Lecturer, Mathematics
Mark Carroll, M.P.H., Lecturer, Public Health
Dr. Mona Monfared, Associate Professor of Teaching, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Dr. Nancy Tseng, Associate Professor of Teaching, School of Education
Dr. Rohit Thomas, Lecturer, Mathematics
Dr. Sanjai Parikh, Associate Professor of Soil Chemistry, Department of Land, Air and Water Resources
Dr. Sascha Nicklisch, Assistant Professor, Environmental Toxicology
Dr. Susan Gentry, Associate Professor of Teaching, Materials Science and Engineering
Dr. YeunShin Lee, Lecturer, Animal Science
Dr. Yutian Tan, Lecturer, Chinese