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Scholarly and Peer-Reviewed Publications
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Scholarly and Peer-Reviewed Publications
Supporting Teachers With High-Quality Curriculum
- NAASP Fit to Lead, November 2022
It’s OK to be uncomfortable when talking about race
- The Learning Professional, October 2022 (available to members)
The impact of frequent, targeted one-to-one conversations on special education learning support
- National Association for Special Educational Needs, 2022
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Teacher Expectations, Universal Design, and Inclusion in Education
” – Texas Study of Secondary Education – Fall/Winter 2019 (available to members)
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Models of Voice and Choice
” – NAESP Principal – September/October 2019
“Implementation of Universal Design for Learning”
– Principal Leadership, September 2019
Podcasts
The Power of Learning Goals and Success Criteria with Lisa Bosio
- How We Teach, March 2023
UDL Now
- Think Inclusive, February 2023
Breathing Belief into the Next Generation
- Jennasis Speaks, January 2023
The Shift to Student-Led with Katie Novak and Catlin Tucker
- Innovator's Mindset Podcast with George Couros, December 2022
Unpacking Choice and Voice
- Sum of It All, September 2022
Appreciating the Unique and Dynamic
- Evolving With Gratitude Podcast, June 2022
UDL with Katie Novak
- Learner Engagement Activated Podcast, June 2022
How To Remove Barriers To Learning For Everyone
- The Backwards Podcast, May 2022
Get ready to be inspired - UDL Now!
- Education New Frontiers Podcast, May 2022
All Things UDL with Katie Novak
- Talking Teaching and Learning Podcast, February 2022
My EdTech Life Podcast - Episode 99:
Universal Design for Learning & Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, November 2021
UDL with Katie Novak
- SYS Presents: Adventures in Online Education, October 2021
Social justice, Equity, and UDL with Katie Novak and Mirko Chardin
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Leading Literacy, Episode 20, May 2021
Universal Design for Learning with Dr. Katie Novak
- Run Your Life Podcast, May 2021
If Equity is a Priority, UDL is a Must
- Cult of Pedagogy, March 2021
Universal Design for Learning
- The Balance Podcast, March 2021
Common Misconceptions About UDL
- Think Inclusive, February 2021
The Impact of UDL on Learning
– The Tom Schimmer Podcast, January 2021
Universal Design for Learning as an Instrument of Change
– Leading Equity Podcast, December 2020
Teaching Efficacy: Reaching All Learners
– Leading Out The Woods Podcast, November 2020
Universally Designed Connection & Reflection
– Coaching Through Uncertainty, a Podcast from Future Ready Schools, October 2020
Firm Goals, Flexible Means with Katie Novak
– Lemonade Learning Podcast, July 2020
Variability Here and Now with Katie Novak
– Lemonade Learning Podcast, July 2020
Dr. Katie Novak and Tom Thibodeau – Universal Design for Learning
– Dr. Luke Hobson Podcast, June 2020
Webinars/Videos
The Power We Hold
- Imagine Learning Interview with Mirko Chardin, February 2022 (+Written Interview)
Think Pare Share: Dr. Katie Novak -
Sharpstown Stories Project, March 2021
UDL in a Flexible Landscape
– Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with George Couros, January 2021
Why Universal Design for Learning?
– Region 10 Math Networks/RCOE Instructional Services, October 2020
Embracing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Webinar
– WGBH Education, August 2020
“
Ed Current: Innovate Inside the Box
” – Newsela webinar – October 2019
Guest Blogs
Making Math Accessible for All Students
- Edutopia, July 2022
What is MTSS and Why Do We Need It?
- McGraw Hill, April 2022
Supporting Teacher Demoralization through the UDL Framework
- Routledge, February 2022
How to Navigate the Holidays Equitably
- McGraw Hill, November 2021
A Simple Way for Educators to Get the Feedback They Need
- McGraw Hill, November 2021
Designing a Better Staff Meeting
- Edutopia, September 2021
Inclusionary Practices Project - Transforming student outcomes across Washington state
- Hotline, September 2021
6 Tips for Setting Up Virtual Professional Learning Sessions
- Edutopia, July 2021
Transforming Assessment Culture Through Universal Design for Learning -
Routledge, June 2021
5 Essential Strategies for Planning Effective Professional Learning
- Edutopia, June 2021
How to be MORE than an Ally: 5 Steps to Make an Impact in the Path to Equity in Schools
– Corwin Connect, December 2020
How to Choose Words that Motivate Students During Online Learning
– Edutopia, September 2020
The Need for Radical Candor in Schools
– Radical Candor, August 2020
Minimizing Inequities in Remote Education Through Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
– Reverb, August 2020
‘Unlearning’ Key to Meeting All Students’ Needs
– Cast Publishing, April 2020
“
Equity in Our Schools: A Pretty Little Lie
” – Think Inclusive – November 30, 2019
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3 Questions to Kick Start Universal Design for Learning in Your Classroom
” – Think Inclusive – November 2019
“
The Power of Creation
” – Prizmah HaYidion – November 2019
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A Perfect Pairing: UDL and PLCs
” – eSchool News – November 6, 2019
“What technology can tell us about students’ cognitive skills, and why that matters”
– District Administrator, May 31, 2019
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What is UDL? Infographic
” – Elearning Infographics, February, 2019
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Road Tested / Learning Should Be a Conversation with Students
” – ASCD, Education Update, December 2018
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When Parent Relationships Go South
” – AASA, December 2018
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Spotlight on Universal Design for Learning
” – Spaces for Learning, November 2018
“
So you think you understand UDL?
” – eSchool News, November 2018
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CEOMom Book Club: Let Them Thrive by Katie Novak, EdD
” – CEO MOM Magazine, July 2018
“
Raise Your Expectations of Your Child
” –
Boston Parents Paper,
April 2018
“
Which of the 8 Kinds of Intelligence Does Your Child Have?
” – Motherly &
Huffington Post,
March, 2018
“Personalized Learning is Key to Mass School Success”
– Commonwealth Magazine, March 2018
“Why UDL Matters for English Language Learners”
– Language Magazine, March, 2018
“What Kids with ADHD Need to Learn: A Recipe from a Mom Who Is Also a School Superintendent”
– ADDitude Magazine
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February, 2018
Featured in the News
Transfer of Information - Shift to Student-Led
- Klingbrief,
Klingenstein Center at Teachers College, Columbia University, February 2022
9 Free UDL Resources Every Teacher Should Know About
New Research Shows MARIO Framework Method Significantly Increases Teacher Efficacy and Academic Outcomes
- Yahoo! Finance, September 2022
ISB Teacher Publishes 6-Year Research Study
- International School Bangkok, September 2022
7 EdTech Books To Add To Your Summer Reading List
- LTC of Illinois, June 2022
UDL and the Call to Remove All Barriers to Learning in AP
- Medium, November 2021
To Boost Teacher Voice, Start with Rethinking Staff Meetings
- K-12 Dive, October 2021
Book Review: Innovate Inside the Box -
Vision in Practice, July 2021
Highlights from the fourth annual California MTSS Professional Learning Institute -
OCDE Newsroom, July 2021
"Parents Get Creative During COVID-19 Isolation"
- Yahoo! Life, March 2020
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Remote Learning Roundup: 6 Things for Teachers to Do and Remember During School Closures
” – The Inclusion Lab – March 2020
“8 Enlightening Books About Education”
– Fupping, April, 2019
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Appreciating student’s differences boosts classroom success, says school leader
” – Education Dive, November 2018
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Creating More Equitable Learning Environments
” – The Reformer, October 2018 (available to member only)
“How teachers can tap the power of student autonomy when putting new Common Core standards into practice”
– Harvard Graduate School of Education, February 2015