Inclusive Instructional Strategies
Designing Learning That Works for Every Student
What are inclusive instructional strategies?
Inclusive instructional strategies create learning experiences that are accessible and engaging for all students. Thoughtful design helps students with intellectual disability participate fully in coursework. These approaches support long-term academic and career success.
What effective instruction looks like
- Multiple ways to access content
- Flexible ways to show learning
- Use of supportive technology tools
- Interactive, real-world learning activities
- Collaboration across support teams
How we support your team
- Align instruction with student goals
- Train faculty and staff
- Adapt courses for accessibility
- Integrate supportive technology
- Evaluate and improve instruction
Technical Assistance in Action
Supporting Faculty in Inclusive Course Design
Do you want to engage faculty in inclusive teaching but have limited time for training? The MA Center partnered with educators to design a flexible lunchtime webinar series for interested faculty. Sessions focused on universal design, supported education strategies, and educational technologies that promote engagement and access. The approach made it easier for faculty to participate without adding to their workload and helped build momentum around inclusive course design.
Recommended Resources
Learn how to support students in using technology to navigate college experiences.
Learn how UDL and technology create more flexible and accessible learning environments.
Use UDL guidelines to design accessible and engaging learning for all students.