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Universal Design Learning (UDL) for Extension Audiences

Vanessa Spero


Release Date: 5/7/2025

DOI: 10.32473/edis-4h449-2025

4-H Youth Development

Abstract

Universal Design Learning (UDL) is about designing for the minority in the learning environment to meet the needs of all. This publication explains the principles of Universal Design Learning—engagement, representation, and action and expression—and how to incorporate them into lesson plans. As practitioners, 4-H Extension agents and other professionals who educate youth can support learners by incorporating these UDL principles.

About this Publication

This document is 4H449, one of a series of the Florida 4-H Youth Development Program, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date May 2025. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication. © 2025 UF/IFAS. This publication is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

How to Cite

Spero, V. (2025). Universal Design Learning (UDL) for Extension Audiences. EDIS, 2025(3). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-4h449-2025

Authors

Vanessa Spero
Vanessa Spero
Specialist
University of Florida

regional specialized Extension agent III, Florida 4-H Youth Development Program, UF/IFAS Extension, Cocoa, FL

Publication #4H449

Peer Reviewed
4-H/Youth