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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
Faculty and students collaborate in a classroom setting

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

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