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Introduction and Application of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to Enhance Teaching

Abstract: At CUHK, we have a diverse group of students. Every individual has their own educational needs, whether they are Special Educational Needs (SEN) or non-SEN. In fact, the way people learn is as unique as their fingerprints. To achieve the curriculum goal and make sure our diverse group of students get the most in the classroom, the curriculum needs to be designed from the start to meet this diversity. Universal Design for Learning is a method of designing a curriculum that lessens hindrances and enhances learning outcomes for every student. This workshop aims to introduce the UDL, the application of UDL in a curriculum, the teaching effectiveness of UDL implementation, provide some practical strategies, and tips for teachers on supporting all students in their learning journey. Also, exploring approaches to address students’ learning needs during the case studies session.

Organizer: Centre for Learning Enhancement And Research (CLEAR)

Speakers: Prof. Vivian WY LEE, Associate Professor, Centre for Learning Enhancement And Research, CUHK

Professor Vivian Wing Yan LEE is currently Associate Professor at the Centre for Learning Enhancement And Research at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). Her area of focus at CLEAR includes inclusive education, academic advising, service learning, students-as-partners, interprofessional education, and ethical use of artificial intelligence in Higher Education. She is a clinical pharmacist as well as a clinician-scientist of clinical pharmacy outcomes research. She has received numerous teaching awards including the Faculty Education Award (2018), the University Education Award 2014, Vice Chancellor’s Exemplary Award 2010, and Master Teacher Award 2012 at CUHK. In addition to her achievement in teaching and research, Professor Lee is concerned about the students at CUHK and the underprivileged in the community.


Prof. Gary Lam, Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, CUHK

Prof. Gary Lam is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Educational Psychology at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. His research is focused on better understanding and promoting well-being across the life span among individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. He is a registered Educational Psychologist in Hong Kong and a Licensed Psychologist in the United States who has extensive clinical experience working with children, young adults, and their families and teachers in school and community settings.

Date & Time: 3rd November 2023 (Friday)
09:30 am - 12:30 pm

Format: In-person Workshop

Venue: Room 215, 2/F, Cheng Yu Tung Building

Target Audience: Full-time and Part-time teaching staff in CUHK

Quota: 40

Medium of Instruction: English

Registration: https://webapp.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/ras/restricted/event?id=81170
(Registration Deadline: 31st October 2023 23:59 pm )

Please click here for the event poster.



Workshop Outline

Pre-workshop survey https://forms.office.com/r/EPmjmsAP3e

Session 1 - Speaker:
Prof. Gary Yu-Hin Lam
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  • Introduction of UDL Lecture
  • Introduce the framework and the techniques of UDL
  • Provide teaching strategies and techniques of UDL
  • Q&A (Question & Answer) Session

  • Session 2 - Speaker:
    Prof. Vivian WY Lee
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  • Case Study and Discussion
  • Teachers will break out into groups during group case discussion.

  • Session 3 - Speaker:
    Prof. Gary Yu-Hin Lam
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  • Teaching Material Optimization lecture


  • Wrap-up 1. CUHK and CLEAR resources available for Teachers
            * CLEAR micromodules
            * Tips and guidance for teachers
    2. Post-workshop evaluation survey (CLEAR) TBC
    3. UDL Survey for teachers to fill in


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