Move Beyond Accessibility with Universal Design for Learning w/ Gwen Klapperich

Move Beyond Accessibility with Universal Design for Learning

with Gwen C. Navarrete Klapperich, CPTD

In today's global, diverse world, trainers must go beyond accessibility to reach a variety of learners, including those who may have disabilities, those who have low literacy, or those who are multi-lingual. Explore the principles of Universal Design for Learning and how this method can help TD professionals reach as many learners as possible.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe various challenges or barriers that learners may encounter in traditional training programs.
2. Apply UDL concepts to the design of current and future training programs.
3. Incorporate UDL concepts in training facilitation to increase accessibility and understanding for a diverse group of learners.

About Gwen:

Gwen Navarrete Klapperich, M.Ed., CPTD® , CPACC is the Learning Consultant/Owner of
Klapperich International Training Associates (KITA) LLC, a talent development firm that
specializes in employee training & development, diversity & inclusion initiatives, performance
consulting, and health & safety training. She holds over 20 years of experience in training &
development, customer service supervision, and quality assurance initiatives, and has worked
in various industries such as retail, call centers, healthcare, government, hospitality, nonprofits, and continuing education. Gwen earned her CPTD® (Certified Professional in Talent Development, formerly Certified Professional in Learning and Performance) from the
Association of Talent Development and her CPACC (Certified Professional in Accessibility Core
Competencies) from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals. She holds a
master’s degree in education specializing in Training & Performance Improvement from Capella University. Gwen has dedicated her career to helping adult learners reach their professional goals through effective job training.

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