Sarah Howorth
Leveraging AI to Support Universal Design for Learning for Diverse Learners
This presentation explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance Universal Design for Learning (UDL) by providing personalized support for diverse learners. Participants will discover AI-driven tools and strategies that promote engagement, access and expression for students with varied needs, including those with disabilities, multilingual learners and students with unique learning profiles. Through practical examples and case studies, attendees will learn how to integrate AI to remove barriers, differentiate instruction and create more inclusive learning environments. Join us to unlock the potential of AI in fostering equitable education for all students.
Co-Teaching to Include All Learners: Strategies for Collaborative Success
This session focuses on the power of co-teaching as a strategy to ensure all learners, including those with disabilities and diverse learning needs, thrive in inclusive classrooms. Participants will explore effective co-teaching models, strategies for shared planning and instruction, and ways to align efforts with UDL principles. Emphasis will be placed on fostering collaboration between general and special educators to create a supportive, equitable environment where all students can access the curriculum and succeed. Practical tools and real-world examples will empower teams to maximize the benefits of co-teaching for every learner.
Sarah Howorth is an associate professor of special education. Her research interests include social skills and social coaching of neurodivergent individuals and the use of emerging technology, such as virtual reality and augmented reality, to support behavioral, academic and transition skills instruction for individuals with disabilities. Sarah is a board-certified behavior analyst with more than 20 years of experience in special education. She has taught as a classroom teacher in Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, and Shanghai, China.