Differentiation by Design 2026

Differentiation by Design: Inclusive Lesson Planning through a UDL Lens 

We often think of differentiation as a reactive process—adjusting a lesson after it’s planned to meet a specific student's needs. But what if we could design for that variability from the very beginning? This workshop introduces a UDL lens to the work of differentiated instruction. Rather than reacting to student deficits, we will learn to proactively identify and remove barriers to learning. We will learn to create multiple pathways for students to engage with content, process ideas, and demonstrate learning.

Participants will learn how to shift from being the provider of accommodations to the architect of an environment in which students navigate their education as “expert learners” who are resilient, reflective, and resourceful. (We’ll talk about how to cultivate these traits in our students, too!)

Learning methods during the workshop include exploring examples of lessons and learning activities, watching and analyzing videos of UDL in action, and lots of collaborative discussion and idea-sharing. Participants leave with actionable ideas to use in their classrooms immediately.  

Who Should Attend: Educators and Administrators, Division Directors

Pricing: NCAIS Member $195/pp (after Sept 23 $245/pp); Guests $245/pp (after Sept 23 $295/pp)