Exploring Universal Design (webinar)

Universal design is an approach to creating products, spaces, and online environments that are inherently accessible and functional for the widest range of people possible, regardless of age, ability, or circumstance, without requiring special modifications or separate adaptations. This workshop will explore the seven core principles of Universal Design applied to online learning and digital scholarship. We’ll critically examine Universal Design, addressing such concerns as marginalization and the challenges of true universal adaptability. The workshop concludes with practical applications, showcasing real-world examples and best practices. You’ll learn strategies to apply Universal Design principles while accounting for their limitations.