The Impact of Facilitating Art Experiences for Students with Language-Based Learning Disabilities through the Use of Universal Design of Learning within a Makerspace

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139

Language Impairments; Learning Disabilities; Art Activities; Art Education; Access to Education; Shared Resources and Services; Active Learning; Student Projects; STEM Education; Curriculum; Student Needs; Best Practices; Elementary School Students; Middle School Students

The Impact of Facilitating Art Experiences for Students with Language-Based Learning Disabilities Through the Use of Universal Design for Learning Within a Makerspace will address the topics of utilizing Universal Design of Learning (UDL), and Project-Based Learning (PBL) to deliver an arts-based STEAM curriculum within a Makerspace, in order to reach the needs of all students, specifically those with Language-Based Learning Disabilities (LBLD). Using a qualitative research approach, the effects of one specific targeted arts program focusing on authentic and real-world learning opportunities for students with language-based learning disabilities with the use of Makerspace will be investigated. A selection of six students enrolled in a private independent school for students with language learning disabilities was studied over the course of a 6-week period. Students were given PBL and arts-based STEAM activities to complete using a Makerspace. Data was collected through observational field notes, student interviews and self-assessments, and artifacts. Information on best practices for utilizing UDL and PBL to meet the needs of students with language-based learning disabilities within an art program was revealed throughout the course of this research study.

As Provided

2023

ED629452