The scientific inclusive approach based on the basic scenario of the inquiry-based learning and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.

UDL is an approach that combines the knowledge on how the brain works with a set of principles further materialised in the format of guidelines. It is divided in 3 main strands: Engagement, Representation and Action&Expression.

Inclusion is a big word. UDL (Universal Design for Learning) is a new approach to education. It is a holistic way to minimize barriers, respecting individual values and choices, enabling multiple opportunities for personalisation and differentiation. Please try the inquiry lesson developed by Rosa Doran and her team (NUCLIO):
Universal Design for Learning in Practice
The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an approach that allows educators to create inclusive environment. You can incorporate Universal Design for Learning into their STEAM curricula using our lesson plan, where the UDL principles are assimilated in Basic inquiry learning scenario using its five major phases: Orientation, Conceptualisation, Investigation, Conclusion, Discussion. Each above-mentioned phase includes a set of recommendations of the UDL principles for achieving the best inclusive results.
You can consult with the lesson plan in a PDF format [inSTEAM_UDL_LessonPlan]

 

Useful Resources:
  1. Universal Design for Learning Guidelines: http://cast.org/our-work/about-udl.html
  2. Using Information Communications Technologies (ICT) to Implement Universal Design for Learning (UDL): https://urc-chs.com/sites/default/files/urc-grn-ict.pdf
  3. Tomlinson, C.A. (2014) The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners. 2nd Edition, ASCD, Alexandria

Please try nine scientific inclusive environmental Inquiry Learning Lessons developed in a framework of the inSTEAM project:

Is Climate Change real? – Looking at the science behind the debate (Primary and Secondary schools)

Greenhouse gases: Friends or foes? (Primary and Secondary schools)

Water Consumption: Can water in swimming pools get lost? (Primaryschool)

Clean Water: Making Water Ready-To-Drink (Primaryschool)

Global Water Crisis: Looking At The Science Behind Desalination   (Secondary school)

Clean Water: Sanitation of Wastewater (Secondary school)

Clean Water: Viruses in Water (Secondary school)

Renewable Energy-Good Winds (Primary and Secondary schools)

Renewable Energy-Here Comes The Sun (Primary and Secondary schools)