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Empowering Every Student: Differentiation, Access & Excellence

The capstone course for K-12 educators ready to transform their practice. Covers advanced differentiation, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), supporting students with IEPs and...

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The capstone course for K-12 educators ready to transform their practice. Covers advanced differentiation, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), supporting students with IEPs and 504s, gifted education, multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), and creating classrooms where every student reaches their potential.

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differentiationUDLMTSSK-12special educationgiftedaccessexcellence

Your Instructor

Brian Whitfield

K-12 Instructional Coach & Student Engagement Specialist

Brian Whitfield is a veteran K-12 educator and instructional coach with 18 years of experience in urban and suburban school districts. He specializes in student engagement strategies, culturally responsive teaching, whole-child development, and building equitable learning environments. Brian has served as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and district-level PD coordinator across multiple school systems. His work focuses on translating education research into practical, teacher-friendly strategies that improve student outcomes and school culture. He is a nationally recognized presenter on student voice initiatives, restorative practices, and creating schools where every student feels seen and valued. Brian partners with districts to design professional development that teachers actually want to attend — interactive, grounded in real classroom challenges, and immediately applicable. His approach combines evidence-based pedagogy with deep cultural awareness, helping educators build classrooms and schools that honor the full identities of their students and families.

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What You'll Learn

Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to eliminate barriers in curriculum and instruction

Design tiered interventions within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS/RTI) framework

Differentiate instruction effectively for students with IEPs, 504 plans, and gifted learners

Use data-driven decision making to monitor progress and adjust instruction

Create classrooms that simultaneously support access, rigor, and excellence for all learners

Course Outline

Module 12 lessons

The Case for Universal Access: Every Student, Every Day

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The Case for Universal Access: Every Student, Every Day: Key ConceptsPreview

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The Case for Universal Access: Every Student, Every Day: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 22 lessons

Universal Design for Learning (UDL): The Three Principles

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Universal Design for Learning (UDL): The Three Principles: Key Concepts

8 min

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Universal Design for Learning (UDL): The Three Principles: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 32 lessons

Differentiation That Works: Content, Process, Product & Environment

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Differentiation That Works: Content, Process, Product & Environment: Key Concepts

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Differentiation That Works: Content, Process, Product & Environment: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 42 lessons

Supporting Students with IEPs: Collaboration & Compliance

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Supporting Students with IEPs: Collaboration & Compliance: Key Concepts

8 min

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Supporting Students with IEPs: Collaboration & Compliance: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 52 lessons

504 Plans & Accommodations: Practical Implementation

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504 Plans & Accommodations: Practical Implementation: Key Concepts

8 min

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504 Plans & Accommodations: Practical Implementation: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 62 lessons

Gifted & Talented Education: Challenge Without Isolation

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Gifted & Talented Education: Challenge Without Isolation: Key Concepts

8 min

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Gifted & Talented Education: Challenge Without Isolation: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 72 lessons

Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS/RTI)

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Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS/RTI): Key Concepts

8 min

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Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS/RTI): Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 82 lessons

Data-Driven Instruction: Assessment for Learning

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Data-Driven Instruction: Assessment for Learning: Key Concepts

8 min

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Data-Driven Instruction: Assessment for Learning: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 92 lessons

Co-Teaching Models & Inclusive Classrooms

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Co-Teaching Models & Inclusive Classrooms: Key Concepts

8 min

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Co-Teaching Models & Inclusive Classrooms: Knowledge Check

5 min

Module 102 lessons

Unleashing Student Potential: Putting It All Together

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Unleashing Student Potential: Putting It All Together: Key Concepts

8 min

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Unleashing Student Potential: Putting It All Together: Knowledge Check

5 min

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The Case for Universal Access: Every Student, Every Day

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Data-Driven Instruction: Assessment for Learning

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Unleashing Student Potential: Putting It All Together

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