Engaged By Design
Engaged By Design
Podcast Description
Exploring innovation trends in learning, design, leadership, and change management in higher education. Experienced, successful leaders who have been there, done that, and own the t-shirt share perspectives and lessons learned from more than two decades of online learning and student success.
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Content Themes
The podcast revolves around significant topics such as leadership in a VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) environment, innovative approaches to online learning, and change management. For instance, episodes delve into strategies like the MACRO leadership model, showcasing how leaders can effectively engage learners and navigate institutional challenges to drive sustainable growth.
Exploring innovation trends in learning, design, leadership, and change management in higher education. Experienced, successful leaders who have been there, done that, and own the t-shirt share perspectives and lessons learned from more than two decades of online learning and student success.Other Podcast Providers:Amazon: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Engaged-By-Design/B0DB9GZV7F?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdpiHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-engaged-by-design-283650488/Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/engaged-by-design-6102170
What if the biggest limitation in our course design is the idea of the “average learner”?
In this episode, Michael Cottam sits down with Michelle Patterson to explore Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a mindset shift—not a checklist. Together, they unpack how designing for learner variability changes how we think about engagement, access, and success.
Rather than asking how to “fix” students, Michelle reframes the challenge: where are the barriers in our design?
You’ll hear practical examples—from buffet-style learning choices to simple structural supports—that show how small changes can make learning more effective for everyone.
This conversation is especially helpful if you’ve ever felt stuck trying to meet the needs of diverse learners with limited time and resources.
About the UDL 3.0 Guidelines update
Harvard UDL: Explore and UDL: Apply
Join us at www.engagedbydesign.com to learn more about
- The Course Design Accelerator
- Faculty-in-the-Loop AI in Higher Education
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