Using a Universal Design for Learning Framework to Provide Multiple Means of Representation in the Early Childhood Classroom

Authors

Ariane N. Gauvreau, University of Washington, College of Education
Marla J. Lohmann, Colorado Christian University, College of Adult & Graduate Studies
Katrina A. Hovey, Western Oregon University, College of Education

Abstract

In order to ensure high quality outcomes for all children in the early childhood classroom, teachers are expected to utilize both the Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) provided by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC, 2009), as well as the Division of Early Childhood (DEC) Recommended Practices (DEC, 2014). Both NAEYC’s DAP and DEC’s Recommended Practices align with the use of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). UDL is a framework that supports the learning needs of all learners through intentional, proactive, and reflective instruction and interactions. This article provides a brief overview of UDL, with a specific focus on multiple means of representation in the early childhood classroom.

Recommended Citation

Gauvreau, A. N., Lohmann, M. J., & Hovey, K. A. (2019). Using a Universal Design for Learning Framework to Provide Multiple Means of Representation in the Early Childhood Classroom. The Journal of Special Education Apprenticeship, 8(1). https://doi.org/10.58729/2167-3454.1083