In viewing the principles of Universal Instructional Design (UID), both inside and outside the classroom, a direct connection may be made to the principles of Ignatian pedagogy—a 500-year old tradition of education—in meeting the learning needs of today’s college students, Generation Z. The Ignatian pedagogy as a frame for universal instructiosnal design principles can guide instructors to understand how college students can learn best and facilitate that knowledge acquisition to serve the common good. This article addresses Generation Z’s experience with digital technology and illustrates how the Ignatian pedagogical model tenets (i.e., context, experience, reflection, action, and evaluation) connect with UID practices in a higher education curriculum. Examples of UID, as it applies to each tenet and to web access, are included.
Increased enrollment of college students with disabilities raises concerns regarding appropriate communication. Faculty and administrators’ lack of knowledge, false assumptions, and fear of the unknown may lead to an inequitable educational experience for students with visual disabilities. The purpose of this qualitative study was to determine the preferences in communication styles and techniques of students with visual disabilities in their interactions with others within the higher education setting. The results of 35 interviews indicated respect for others, comfort during interactions, and awareness of disability issues are key factors leading to effective communication between persons with and without visual disabilities.
Providing equal educational access to students with disabilities is both a legal and a moral obligation. It is also an important component of the educational experience of all students. The authors offer suggestions for creating inclusive, accessible campus environments.
The growing number of students with disabilit ies on college campuses leads to an increase in academic accommodations provided to students. So what is the react ion of students without disabilit ies toward those students who receive accommodations? The purpose of this study was to investigate how students without disabilities perceive the accommodation use of students with learning disabilit ies and attention deficit disorder in the college academic environment. Based on data analysis of 928 web-based surveys (of the 1,295 surveys submitted), perceptions of students without disabilit ies were mostly neutral and/or positive; however, limits to what was tolerated within the process did exist. Reco mmendations are offered for campus practices.
The two widely acclaimed Learning Reconsidered reports are helping to reshape the college student experience. Karen Myers applies their principles to the learning of students with disabilities and to students learning about disabilities.
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