Share Paper: Using UDL to explore best practices in teaching online statistics: The impact of COVID-19 on academic learning

  1. Melanie Shores, The University of Alabama Birmingham, United States

Abstract: Due to the pandemic, there has been a rise in online learning in all academic areas. Some question the quality of the courses that are being delivered online due to the rapid conversion from traditional learning to online learning. With the help of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), we are better able to provide students with multiple means of accessing a course based on presentation, action and expression, and engagement and interaction. Universal Design for Learning is a set of principles for curriculum development that focuses on providing equal learning opportunities for all individuals. UDL is based upon three main ...