Playground: Empowering All Learners Using UDL
How do you design learning experiences that not only empower learners, but amplify their learning? Have you considered planning those experiences with Universal Design for Learning (UDL), or are you new to the principles of UDL? Join this playground and learn from education leaders around the country as they share how they incorporate UDL into their roles. These interactive activities will inspire you and help you to promote UDL, no matter what role you have and what learners you work with every day.
Outcomes:You'll learn how to design learning experiences that empower your learners and amplify their learning; how other educator roles incorporate UDL; and how interactive activities can immerse learners in UDL practices. You'll leave with ideas you can incorporate into your practice the right away.
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Playground, Walter E Washington Convention Center
Whole Child, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement & Motivation, Literacy, Mathematics, Educational Tools & Technology
Playground
Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment
Social-Emotional Learning & Relationships
Equity
All Roles
Presented by
Supervisor of Library Media Programs and Instructional Technology
Washington County Public Schools
Dr. Ann Anders is a PreK-12 Instructional Leader and an adjunct professor in Research and Design advocating for innovation & excellence. She has developed a comprehensive Library Media Curriculum, PreK-12. Her dedication to infusing Computer Science in PreK-5 and district focus on AI reflects her passion to prepare students for success in today's digital landscape. She has worked collaboratively with ISTE to develop a Digital Citizenship Roadmap to support district leaders. With a background in Special Education and Gifted and Talented Programs, Dr. Anders is driven by the belief that every student deserves equitable access to a cutting-edge education.
Program Specialist - Secondary Social Studies
Orange County Public Schools
Apryl Taylor is a proud advocate of student voice in the state of Florida. In her current role, she writes curriculum for secondary social studies while also facilitating professional development sessions and providing school support. A member of the ASCD Emerging Leaders Class of 2022, Apryl encourages educators to center the whole child in their approach to instruction. Apryl is eager to share her experiences as a classroom teacher and district administrator with other passionate educators!
School Based Technology Specialist
Fairfax County Public Schools
Debbie Tannenbaum is an ASCD Emerging Leader (Class of 2023), an ISTE Certified Educator, ISTE Community Leader, author, blogger, and speaker. She offers schools and districts a wealth of expertise. With over 20 years of experience, she advocates starting with pedagogy first and then transforming learning experience by using technology tools. Debbie empowers educators with practical strategies, innovative ideas, and insightful guidance for leveraging technology to amplify student success. Connect with Debbie at TannenbaumTech.com.
Accessibility Advocate
FieldingNotes
Katie Fielding is an experienced STEM Coach in Virginia with 20 years in public education. With a background as a science teacher and instructional technology coach, she specializes in creating accessible STEM classrooms. Katie is an advocate for accessibility, creativity, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and has been recognized as the VSTE Coach of the Year. She holds various certifications, including ISTE Certified Educator and Trainer, Google Innovator, and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert. Katie is also involved in equity and professional services committees with the Virginia ISTE Affiliate VSTE.
EdTech Coach
Washington County Public Schools
Dr. Leah Pongratz is an experienced elementary educator with a passion for the integration of educational technology and robotics into instruction. She currently serves as an EdTech Coach for Washington County Public Schools, Maryland, empowering teachers to effectively utilize EdTech as a means of achieving equitable learning experiences across all elementary schools. Leah holds a National Board Certification in Early/Middle Childhood Literacy and wholeheartedly believes in infusing EdTech into core curriculum areas to make content accessible for all.
Principal
Northside Middle School
Dr. Tiffany Hall, a proud mother, of Parker (20) & Payton (19), serves as principal of Northside Middle School, bringing 14 years of administrative expertise. She's been honored as a '19 Top 10 Young Professional, Chamber of Commerce AYP Rising Star, SCASCD '20 Emerging Leader, '20 ASCD EL, 2022-2024 SC Competency Fellow & a SC Principal of the Year finalist. Achievements include a $598,000 21st Century Grant, $138,000 for Leader in Me, & a $10,000 EAAP grant. Her leadership earned designations like 2023 SCAMLE Schools to Watch, Lighthouse Certification, SREB Pacesetter, & 2023 SCASCD Whole Child Award. Dr. Hall's contributions extend nationally writing for ASCD.
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Playground, Walter E Washington Convention Center
Whole Child, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement & Motivation, Literacy, Mathematics, Educational Tools & Technology
Playground
Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment
Social-Emotional Learning & Relationships
Equity
All Roles