Research Article
Is Universal Design for Learning (UDL) The Best Learning Approach for Students with Disabilities
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.8-12-2021.2322570, author={Firstya Evi Dianastiti and Sarwiji Suwandi and Budhi Setiawan}, title={Is Universal Design for Learning (UDL) The Best Learning Approach for Students with Disabilities }, proceedings={Proceedings of the 1st International Conference of Humanities and Social Science, ICHSS 2021, 8 December 2021, Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={ICHSS}, year={2022}, month={10}, keywords={universal design for learning students with disabilities blended learning}, doi={10.4108/eai.8-12-2021.2322570} }- Firstya Evi Dianastiti
Sarwiji Suwandi
Budhi Setiawan
Year: 2022
Is Universal Design for Learning (UDL) The Best Learning Approach for Students with Disabilities
ICHSS
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.8-12-2021.2322570
Abstract
Based on the data released on the Information System for Management of Persons with Disabilities (SIMPD) page, the number of people with disabilities in the productive age of 6-18 years is 23.4% and the age of 19-30 years is 20.1%. This data represents that the number of people with disabilities in the category of elementary to university students is quite large. This should then become a common concern of how all elements in the world of education are able to adapt to students with disabilities, especially in inclusive schools and colleges. Based on a critical analysis of various existing studies, it can be concluded that the universal design for learning approach is appropriate for students with disabilities who are taking lectures on inclusive campuses. The choice of the word universal in universal design for learning does not mean that one size fits all. Universal actually means that even though each individual has various differences, they can still have the opportunity to learn the same thing even though in different ways according to the needs of each individual. It can also be concluded that the universal design for learning approach can not only be used for students with disabilities, but is also effective for non-disabled students/students. Therefore, it is recommended for teachers and lecturers with student backgrounds/students who have diverse backgrounds to use this approach.