Sasha Trickey

Hi Sasha! I really loved how you emphasized how important the shift away from “one-size-fits-all” is when you broke down the Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Your point about agency is so valuable: UDL is not just about accessibility, but about empowering students to take ownership of their learning.

It’s interesting that you prefer synchronous online classes, I’m the exact opposite. I think this goes to show how important it is to have options, so learners can choose what sort of class works best for them. I really like your suggestion of blending the two approaches to focus on flexibility AND connection, and I think that would be a strong idea that benefits all parties.

Your ideas for increasing interaction when teaching online were fantastic. Collaborative and playful elements like Kahoot not only help with learning, but also build community, which is something that online spaces tend to lack. In sum, your blog post really highlighted why inclusive design matters: not only to support students with barriers, but to create a better learning environment for everyone!

Max Lockwood

Hi Max! I love how you broke down the three UDL principles and connected them to your own educational experiences. Your tutoring example really shows how Multiple Means of Representation can transform a students confidence and comprehension. I absolutely loved your story about the wig too. It showed that inclusion doesn’t always have to be elaborate and small moments can have the most meaningful impact.

Your breakdown of synchronous vs asynchronous learning was super clear, and I enjoyed reading about the hybrid model you had in your EPHE course. It goes to show how these two approaches can support each other, providing structure with flexibility, designed with accessibility in mind.

In sum, your blog post highlighted the idea that UDL is more than just a framework, but a mindset too, preaching belonging and inclusivity.

Sophia Votova

Hi Sophia! I really loved the way you weaved together UDL, Inclusive Learning Design, and Synchronous vs Asynchronous learning. I especially liked how you acknowledged the global evolution of UDL, illustrating how this idea grows beyond a western context. As a dancer myself, I absolutely loved the tortoise vs hare dance and I think this was a fantastic contribution to your talking points.

It’s so true than many of us only recognized the strength of asynchronous formats once we were immersed in them during the Covid-19 pandemic. I loved hearing how anonymous collaboration increased student voice in your Psychology class. This really demonstrates how digital tools can make learning feel safer in a non-judgmental environment. Overall, this post really highlighted how, when educators design with inclusion in mind, every student becomes more likely to succeed.