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Scholarly and Peer-Reviewed Publications

• Classroom Management Framework: Foundations for Proactive and Respectful Practice in Elementary Classrooms - Katie Novak (Advisory Board) April 2026
• Supporting Teachers With High-Quality Curriculum - Katie Novak, NAASP Fit to Lead, November 2022
• It’s OK to be uncomfortable when talking about race - Mirko Chardin, The Learning Professional, October 2022 (available to members)
• The impact of frequent, targeted one-to-one conversations on special education learning support - Katie Novak, National Association for Special Educational Needs, 2022
  
• “Teacher Expectations, Universal Design, and Inclusion in Education” – Katie Novak, Texas Study of Secondary Education – Fall/Winter 2019 (available to members)
• “Models of Voice and Choice” – Katie Novak, NAESP Principal – September/October 2019
• “Implementation of Universal Design for Learning” – Principal Leadership, September 2019

Podcasts

• Why Straight As Are a Trap - SupportED Learning with Dr. Katie Novak - June 2026
• Firm Goals, Flexible Means: UDL with Dr Katie Novak - Teach Smarter Podcast, March 2026
• Firm Goals, Flexible Means - The Education Innovators Podcast, March 2026
• Why UDL is not the Goal but the Tool for Equity - Think Inclusive, December 2025
• Universal Design, Universal Belonging - Senia Happy Hour Podcast, Dec 2025
• Unpacking UDL - Ed Soul, April 2025
  
• Does UDL Really Work in Classrooms? - Mr. Clarke After Dark, April 2025
  
• The Case for Learner-Centered, Universally Designed Classrooms - Learner-Centered Collaborative Podcast, April 2025
• Universal Design for Learning in Mathematics Instruction - The Authority Podcast, February 2025
• Universal Design for Learning - VSB After the Bell, January 2025
• UDL Now! - Authority Podcast, April 2024
• The Transformative Power of UDL - Aspire to Lead, March 2024
• Education for Everyone Through UDL - The Neurodiversity Podcast, March 2024
• Designing Systems and Instruction for All - Chalk Talk, February 2024
• A crash course in UDL (inclusive learning) - School Leader's Project, February 2024
• Shift Writing Into the Classroom - Unpacking Education, January 2024
• Honoring the Complexities of What it Means to be an Educator - Shifting Schools, September 2023
• Empowering Students with UDL - Jeff Horwitz, My EdTech Life, August 2023
• Equitable Supports for Learners - Katie Novak, Inside Learning, August 2023
• The Ins & Outs and Leading Universal Design for Learning with Katie Novak, Leader Chat with Jeff Rose, 
• Reclaiming the Narrative Around Educational Equity - Mirko Chardin, Think Inclusive, May 2023
• Creating Inclusive Classrooms - Spark Joy, April 2023
• Supporting Students Through a Multi-Tiered System of Supports - Katie Novak, Avid Open Access, April 2023
  
• UDL and Blended Learning - Katie Novak, Unpacking Education, April 2023
• The Shift to Student-Led - Katie Novak, The Balance, March 2023
• The Power of Learning Goals and Success Criteria with Lisa Bosio - How We Teach, March 2023
• UDL Now - Katie Novak, Think Inclusive, February 2023
• Breathing Belief into the Next Generation - Katie Novak, Jennasis Speaks, January 2023
• The Shift to Student-Led with  Katie Novak and Catlin Tucker - Innovator's Mindset Podcast with George Couros, December 2022
  
• Appreciating the Unique and Dynamic - Katie Novak, Evolving With Gratitude Podcast, June 2022
• UDL with Katie Novak - Learner Engagement Activated Podcast, June 2022
• How To Remove Barriers To Learning For Everyone Katie Novak, The Backwards Podcast, May 2022
• Get ready to be inspired - UDL Now! -  Katie Novak, Education New Frontiers Podcast, May 2022
• Universal Design for Learning - Katie Novak, The Good Life EDU, March 2022
• All Things UDL with Katie Novak - Talking Teaching and Learning Podcast, February 2022
• My EdTech Life Podcast  - Episode 99: Katie Novak, Universal Design for Learning & Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, November 2021
• UDL with Katie Novak - SYS Presents: Adventures in Online Education, October 2021
• Standard-Based Learning and the Self-Guided Classroom - How We Teach, June 2021
• Social Justice, Equity, and UDL with Katie Novak and Mirko Chardin - 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 - Katie Novak & Mirko Chardin, Cult of Pedagogy, March 2021 
• Universal Design for Learning - Katie Novak, The Balance Podcast, March 2021
• Common Misconceptions About UDL - Katie Novak, Think Inclusive, February 2021
• The Impact of UDL on Learning – Katie Novak, The Tom Schimmer Podcast, January 2021
• Universal Design for Learning as an Instrument of Change – Mirko Chardin & Katie Novak, Leading Equity Podcast, December 2020
• Teaching Efficacy: Reaching All Learners – Katie Novak, Leading Out The Woods Podcast, November 2020
• Universally Designed Connection & Reflection – Katie Novak, 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 

• DisrupTV MTSS Interview with Katie Novak - September 2023
• 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 Articles

• One school’s journey to inclusion through educator learning - The Learning Professional Learning Forward Journal - Dec 2025
• Using Edtech Tools to Differentiate Learning - Katie Novak, Edutopia, September 2024
• Bringing Universal Design for Learning to the World Language Classroom - Katie Novak, Edutopia, August 2024
• Design a Classroom Where Every Student Can be Exactly Who They Are - McGraw Hill, May 2024
• Leading Inclusion - Kappan Online, March 2024
• Crafting Fair Assessments for Flexible Assignments - Chris Bronke and Katie Novak, January 2024
• Implementing Equitable MTSS - Katie Novak, NAASP, September 2023
• How MTSS (Multi-tiered System of Supports) Benefits Teachers - Katie Novak, Apple News, July 2023
• How Educators Can Use Multi-Tiered Systems Of Support - Katie Novak, Forbes, July 2023
• How UDL Creates an Equitable Environment for Students - Katie Novak & Kristan Rodriguez, Edutopia, June 2023
  
• Parenting Win of the Week: Keep Learning Without the Homework - Katie Novak, TLC, June 2023
  
• Tackling Universal Design Learning to Make Teaching Easier - Katie Novak, Newsela, May 2023
• Making Math Accessible for All Students - Ashley Marlowe & Katie Novak, Edutopia, July 2022
  
• What is MTSS and Why Do We Need It?  - Katie Novak, McGraw Hill, April 2022
• Supporting Teacher Demoralization through the UDL Framework - Mandy Froehlich & Katie Novak, Routledge, February 2022
• How to Navigate the Holidays Equitably - Katie Novak, McGraw Hill, November 2021
• A Simple Way for Educators to Get the Feedback They Need - Katie Novak & Lainie Rowell, McGraw Hill, November 2021
• Designing a Better Staff Meeting - Katie Novak & Mike Woodlock, Edutopia, 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
• “3 Questions to Kick Start Universal Design for Learning in Your Classroom” – Think Inclusive – November 2019
• “The Power of Creation” – Prizmah HaYidion – November 2019
• “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
• “What is UDL? Infographic” – Elearning Infographics, February, 2019
• “Road Tested / Learning Should Be a Conversation with Students” – ASCD, Education Update, December 2018
• “When Parent Relationships Go South” – AASA, December 2018
• “Spotlight on Universal Design for Learning” – Spaces for Learning, November 2018
• “So you think you understand UDL?” – eSchool News, November 2018
• “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, February, 2018
  
  

Featured in the News

• World-renowned UDL expert Dr Katie Novak to deliver exclusive Australian masterclass in Brisbane - education MATTERS, June 2026

• 100 Best Podcasts for Teachers - Feedspot, May 2026
• 20 Education Blogs That Are Making a Difference - Empower. Collaborate. Connect., July 2025
• Why This Book Should Be on Every Teacher’s Radar
  - Mike Paul, July 2025
• Book Review of Elevating Educational Design with AI - The Pixel Classroom Podcast, February 2025
• The Education Table Podcast Release - Bostonia Magazine, Fall 2024
• Elevating Innovation: Conference Reflections and Takeaways from Educators - Digital Promise,  January 2024
  
• Book Review: The Shift to Student-Led - American School Board Journal, October 2023
• UDL Now! Book Review - Midwest Book Review, September 2023
• Unlearning - Sum of it All Podcast, September 2023
• How Universal Design for Learning helps students merge onto the “learning expressway” - Mindshift, July 2023
  
• 5 Things Katie Novak Can Teach us about the MTSS Framework - Texthelp, June 2023
• 5 Things That Should Be Done To Improve The US Educational System - Katie Novak, Authority Magazine and Medium, June 2023
• “LET THEM THRIVE” Book Discussion with WPS Administration Team - Good Morning Wilton, March 2023
• 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 - Business Wire and  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
• Inclusionary Practices Project - Transforming student outcomes across Washington state - Hotline, September 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
• “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
• “Appreciating student’s differences boosts classroom success, says school leader” – Education Dive, November 2018
• “Creating More Equitable Learning Environments” – The Reformer, October 2018 (available to members 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