UDL (Universal Design for Learning)
What it means
A framework for designing learning environments and materials that are accessible to all students from the start, rather than retrofitted for individual needs. Increasingly influential across many school systems.
Term details
Category: education
Regional use: us, general
Last source check: July 28, 2026
Source
Check this definition against udlguidelines.cast.org. Open the source before making health, education, funding, or legal decisions because guidance can change.
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