Universal Design for Learning: Research & Practical Applications

Mahannah El-Farrah, Graduate Assistant, LSU Cox Communication Academic Center for Student-Athletes Chelsey Fontenot, Content Tutor, LSU Cox Communication Academic Center for Student-Athletes Dorothy Kemp, Ph.D., Director of Educational Support Services, LSU Cox Communication Academic Center for Student-Athletes This session explores Universal Design for Learning (UDL) through the research and perspectives of CRLA Level 3 tutors. Presenters will review recent literature on UDL’s impact in academic support and share practical strategies for integrating its principles—engagement, representation, and expression—into tutoring and learning environments. By examining real-world applications and tutor-led research, attendees will gain insights into how UDL enhances accessibility, flexibility, and student success. This session will provide actionable strategies that educators and academic support professionals can implement to create more effective and engaging learning experiences.