This presentation explores how North Metropolitan TAFE (NMTAFE) is enhancing inclusive teaching practice and learning outcomes by integrating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles with generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI), in alignment with the eLearning Strategy 2025–2026 of digital innovation and inclusive learning strategies.
Grounded in neuroscience and the science of learning, UDL offers a framework for designing student-centred training that supports diverse learners. Gen AI is emerging as a powerful tool to support each UDL principle, engagement, representation, and action& expression, while raising ethical considerations around academic integrity and cognitive load. These align with eLearning’s commitment to inclusive learning landscapes, digital literacy, and safe, ethical use of emerging technologies.
This session will provide a brief theoretical overview of how the brain engages with learning and how UDL principles align with cognitive processes. It will showcase practical examples from NMTAFE classrooms, including strategies supported by Blackboard shell templates, and Gen AI workshops. These examples reflect eLearning’s focus on building lecturer capability, promoting effective LMS use, and supporting innovative, student-centred training and assessment.
The presentation aligns with the eLearning strategy’s goals to develop Gen AI resources, support minimum digital literacy standards, and promote effective TEL practices. It also supports the Strategy’s priority to monitor trends in educational technology and collaborate with Portfolios to identify digital solutions that enrich delivery and address evolving learner needs.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will: