Think UDL

25/08/2026

Places everyone! Time to listen to a new podcast about creative use of Drama in Education at the post-secondary level with Dr. Louise Heeran Flynn from the Trinity College Dublin. This is a DELIGHTFUL, story-filled episode. Tune in for a good yarn and learn a few really fun and helpful techniques for your teaching! Lillian Nave

In this episode, we discuss “Breaking the Code – Using the (In)CLUDE framework to support the implementation of Universal Design for Learning 3.0 in the classroom through the use of Drama in Educat…

02/08/2026

This podcast conversation was not work at all because I got to chat with the amazing Jill Weidknecht aka Dr. Jill Van Horne who is not only brilliant, but hilarious and wonderful. This episode gave us the chance to talka bout the affective networks of teh brain and how various different pathways may work in ways we don't normally think of in academic circles. We talk about her equine-assisted therapy and also play therapy in this conversation, and somehow always link it back to UDL. This is a great car-riding convo. Have a listen to episode 164 of the Think UDL podcast: Creative and Expressive Learning Pathways with Jill Weidknecht Van Horne!

In our conversation, we discuss the connections between UDL and expressive and creative arts therapies and consider how her work in play therapy and equine-assisted therapy provides an empathetic l…

06/10/2025

Teaching Takes is a new podcast that my colleague Bryan Doppel in our Center for Teaching and Learning for Student Success at Appalachian State University is producing. I am proud to be his co-host in this episode where we tackle what makes a great first day of class in college. You'll hear from students Ridge Hedrick (NC State), Isaac Bast (Colorado State), and Ellary Smith (UNC-Chapel Hill) as well as several other faculty members from App State! Take a listen!
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../teaching-takes/id1830564349
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IOP5QZlhJMy3DzXGNfARO
Others: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/cetlss

Hosted by Bryan Doppel, Teaching Takes is a podcast for educators who care about the art and science of teaching and learning in higher education. For each episode, educators like you will submit their "takes" on a specific topic, such as The First Day of Class, Group Work, or Alternative Grading. T...

07/03/2025

Jennifer Pusateri's Supporting Neurodivergent Learners is a master class in one episode! Take a listen here https://thinkudl.org/episodes/strategies-to-support-neurodivergent-learners-with-jennifer-pusateri or wherever you listen to podcasts and don't forget to check out her resources on the ThinkUDL.org website. She's brilliant and has shared some important, practical, and easy-to-implement strategies to lower the barriers to learning for your students! UDL-IRN Texthelp UDL-IRN CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology)

In today’s episode we discuss neurodiversity, terminology, and multiple strategies to support neurodivergent students in areas such as focus, attention, and motivation, organization and structure, …

12/12/2024

Episode 138: Neuroinclusive Advising with Rachel Adams and Fred Zinn is now available: https://thinkudl.podbean.com/e/neuroinclusive-advising-with-rachel-adams-and-fred-zinn/ Listen here or wherever you listen to podcasts! This is for anyone who formally or informally advises undergraduate or graduate students! You'll find a great conversation and great resources here!
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Welcome to Ep 138: Neuroinclusive Advising with Rachel Adams and Fred Zinn. Rachel Adams is Associate Director of Education and Training, Disability Services at UMAss Amherst and a Doctoral Candidate, UMass Higher Education and Administration. She offers education and training around disability and....

13/11/2024

Happy ! How can you spread kindness today?

Teaching with care and kindness is a powerful act. We recognize the hard work of each and every educator. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to your students.

Dive into “An Online Pedagogy of Kindness With Cate Denial,” an episode of the Think UDL podcast, to explore ways to build meaningful connections and empower your students as active learners.

Key takeaways to create an online environment of trust and collaboration:
- 🤝 Co-create class policies and grading criteria with students.
- 🙌 Believe in your students' abilities and intentions.
- 💬 Facilitate open discussions and self-reflections.

PS. Listen to the full podcast to learn more! Find the link in the comments!

05/11/2024

Centering Disability with Katie Grennell, PhD! - UDL in performance-based classrooms, how disability access has shaped her teaching, what disability culture teaches us & her vision is for inclusive education--so much great listening!
Listen here: https://thinkudl.org/episodes/centering-disability-with-katie-grennell or wherever you listen to podcasts!
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In today’s conversation, we talk about the history of and need for college programs for students with intellectual disabilities, what the benefits are to the students enrolled in these programs as …

18/10/2024

So very happy to release this wonderful Think UDL conversation: Ep 135: Nothing Without Us with Dr. Amy Lomellini! Listen here: https://thinkudl.org/episodes/nothing-without-us-with-amy-lomellini or wherever you listen to podcasts! Enjoy this generative discussion about the beauty of flexible learning!! Texthelp CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology) Lillian Nave UDL-IRN

In today’s episode, Amy and I talk about her experience as an online learner, educator and as an advocate for accessible and inclusive education. We discuss how disability culture has impacted and …

09/10/2024

Before the hurricane, I was interviewed about teaching at the Hickory campus and how we serve our students. This UDL in 15 minutes episode is actually 22 minutes because I can't stop talking sometimes, but we are getting the word out about serving our awesome students at the Hickory campus!

Lillian Nave shares her experiences applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) at Appalachian State University's new Hickory campus. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility in teaching practices, communication strategies, and support for diverse student needs, particularly for first-generatio...

23/09/2024

Episode 134 is now available: Ask Me and Believe Me with Mickey Rowe, an autistic and legally blind Broadway star who speaks about his time as a college student and offers all of us some insights into how to remove barriers to learning!
https://thinkudl.org/episodes/ask-me-and-believe-me-with-mickey-rowe
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In today’s conversation with Mickey, we talk about his experiences as a disabled student at the university level and what he and his professors did to manage the barriers that persisted while he co…