This episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here. If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here.

Enjoy this special episode.

Jethro Jones interviews David Gordon, Chief Content Officer of cast. They discuss the 20th and 40th anniversaries of CAST, the evolution of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), the impacts of technology, the development of UDL guidelines, and the importance of engagement and collaboration in education.

00:00 Introduction and Recent Updates

00:48 Aspirations and Achievements Over 20 Years

02:36 Technological Advancements and Their Impact

11:02 Publishing and Sharing Knowledge

13:30 Collaborative Efforts and Future Vision

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