Toward Universal Design Series

Toward Universal Design is a 3-part series starting with a presentation
given by Dr. Amanda Kraus, followed by an archived version of a live question
and answer session, and finishing with a panel discussion with people
discussing their experience living with a disability. Universal design
refers to an over-arching set of ideals to create buildings, environments,
products and activities that are Universally accessible to all members of
society. While this is a hefty goal, this module will help individuals to
understand its importance from a disability standpoint.

Part 1: Increasing Access and Inclusion in Events, Processes, and Experiences
through Intentional Planning.

Part 2: “Question and Answer Session”

Part 3: “Disability Perspectives on the Impact of Design” (60 min.)

 

Learning Objectives:

Participants will:

• Develop a practical understanding of Universal Design
  (UD) concepts.
• Identify barriers to access and inclusion in physical,
  technology and curricular environments.
• Describe the positive and negative impacts of design in
  personal and professional experiences.
• Use first-hand narrative to explore the impact of
  design in the disability experience.

 

Target Audience:  General Public
Health Staff

 

Duration:  ~ 2 hours

 

Continuing Education Information:  2.0 CECH for CHES

 

Format: Web-based Training,
Self-Study

 

Created/Updated: 2012

 

Presenter:  Dr. Amanda Kraus