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Books on Accessibility and Universal Design
The Accessible Campus: Supporting Students, Faculty, and Staff with Disabilities by Call Number: LC4813 .F54 2023This report from The Chronicle of Higher Education examines how colleges are working to make physical and digital spaces accessible to all and the challenges that students and employees face in obtaining accommodations.
Antiracism and Universal Design for Learning: Building Expressways to Success by Call Number: LC212.2 .F758 2020In this trailblazing book, Andratesha Fritzgerald shares inspirational stories and practical applications of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to meet the needs of our Black and Brown students.
Autism Spectrum Disorders in the College Composition Classroom: Making Writing Instruction More Accessible for All Students by Call Number: eBook (click title)As more students with high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) enroll in universities, instructors face challenges in accommodating their unique needs in composition courses. This volume offers strategies for instructors and administrators to better support these students, benefiting all learners by crafting a more inclusive learning environment.
Beyond the Americans with Disabilities Act: Inclusive Policy and Practice for Higher Education by Call Number: LC4813.B48 2014A primer and quick reference guide for higher education professionals who work with students with disabilities, both apparent and hidden. Written for administrators, faculty, and staff, the book provides transferable information that is applicable to any campus.
College for Students with Disabilities: We Do Belong by Call Number: LC4818.38.C65 2015This book presents a realistic picture of the positive and negative aspects of the transition to higher education as experienced by students with disabilities. It combines findings from special education studies, personal stories from individuals with disabilities, and tips for both individuals and professionals facing the challenges.
College Success for Students on the Autism Spectrum: A Neurodiversity Perspective by Call Number: LC4813 .K83 2021The book provides the practical guidance needed to help neurodivergent students succeed, with chapters that address a variety of key issues from the transition to college to career readiness after graduation. The authors address support services, faculty and staff roles, and enhancing academic success.
Creating Inclusive Learning Opportunities in Higher Education: A Universal Design Toolkit by Call Number: LC4818.38 .B87 2020A practical, step-by-step guide for putting the principles of universal design into action.
Designing Accessible Learning Content: A Practical Guide to Applying Best-Practice Accessibility Standards to L&D Resources by Call Number: LB1028.5 .M549 2021Provides practical, evidence-based guidance on creating digital learning materials that ensure accessibility for all learners. This essential resource helps instructional designers and educators meet accessibility standards and improve usability, making learning experiences inclusive for everyone.
Dive into UDL: Immersive Practices to Develop Expert Learners by Call Number: LB1201 .G73 2018This book provides an overview of UDL, showing how to offer flexibility in methods of presentation, student participation and expression to support high achievement for all students, including those with disabilities or limited English proficiency.
Equity by Design: Delivering on the Power and Promise of UDL by Call Number: LC192.2 .N68 2021Connects social justice with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to help teachers create more inclusive and equitable classrooms. This resource provides concrete strategies, real-world examples, and evidence-based practices for designing culturally responsive and sustainable learning environments for historically underserved students.
Guide to Digital Accessibility: Policies, Practices, and Professional Development by Call Number: LB2395.7 .G85 2023Written for practitioners by practitioners, this book addresses vital compliance issues and maps a range of proven practices that will create and enrich online learning experiences that are accessible and usable by all learners.
Reach Everyone, Teach Everyone: Universal Design for Learning in Higher Education by Call Number: LC1200 .T63 2018Expands Universal Design for Learning (UDL) beyond students with disabilities to enhance learning for all. This book offers practical guidance, real-world case studies, and resources for faculty, staff, and leaders to adopt UDL principles and improve student engagement and performance.
Seen, Heard, and Valued: Universal Design for Learning and Beyond by Call Number: eBook (click title)Universal Design for Learning (UDL) helps educators create inclusive classrooms by tailoring instruction to the diverse needs of all students. This guide provides practical advice on using UDL principles to foster equitable learning outcomes and ensure that all students can succeed by removing barriers to learning.
Supporting College and University Students with Invisible Disabilities: A Guide for Faculty and Staff Working with Students with Autism, AD/HD, Language Processing Disorders, Anxiety, and Mental Illness by Call Number: LC4813.O75 2013 & eBook (click title)This useful handbook provides university faculty and staff with an overview of invisible disabilities, such as autism, AD/HD, dyslexia, OCD and affective disorders, and facilitates an understanding of the unique needs of these students. Practical chapters provide ideas for adapting teaching methods and offering accommodations.
UDL Navigators in Higher Education: A Field Guide by Call Number: LC1200 .B6 2019This resource provides strategies and tools for implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in higher education, focusing on program-level and course-level design, instructional experiences, technology use, and accessibility services. The guidance is adaptable to different institutions, offering flexible approaches that align with the specific needs and values of each setting.
Universal Design for Learning in Action: 100 Ways to Teach All Learners by Call Number: LC1201.R37 2014 & eBook (click title)Need creative ideas for moving UDL from theory to practice? This must-have quick guide walks you step by step through 100 UDL strategies that strengthen student engagement, learning, and assessment.
Universal Design in Higher Education: From Principles to Practice by Call Number: LC4818.38.U55 2015As larger numbers of people with disabilities attend postsecondary educational institutions, there have been comparable greater efforts to make the full array of classes, services, and programs accessible to all students. This book provides both a full survey of those measures and practical guidance for schools as they work to turn the goal of universal accessibility into a reality.
