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Universal Design for Learning. 25 and 26 June 2025

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ADCET Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Symposium 2025

Navigating Authentic Assessment and Learning in a Digital World

The University of Sydney and Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training (ADCET) are pleased to announce that abstracts can now be submitted from across the Higher Education (HE) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) sectors for the upcoming Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Symposium 2025. We invite submissions from academics, teachers, VET educators and practitioners.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday 25 June and Thursday 26 June 2025
Location: University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia (In-person and online attendance options available)

Symposium Aims

The UDL Symposium 2025 aims to:

  1. Share and showcase knowledge and expertise in Universal Design for Learning
  2. Continue developing an Australia-wide network of UDL practitioners and researchers
  3. Explore innovative approaches to authentic assessment and learning in digital environments
  4. Examine the intersection of AI and UDL principles to enhance inclusive learning experiences and educational accessibility

Who Should Attend

This conference is designed for academic and professional staff within the tertiary education sector (HE & VET) who have an interest in Universal Design for Learning. Potential presenters and participants may include:

  • Educators in Higher Education or Vocational Education and Training
  • Learning Designers
  • Learning Support Staff
  • Disability Advisors
  • Accessibility Advisors
  • Assistive Technology Officers
  • Inclusive Education students
  • Staff and students with disability in education and training

Call for Abstracts

We are pleased to invite abstracts from across the Higher Education (HE) and Vocational Education and Training (VET) sectors from academics, teachers, VET educators and practitioners.

Information on submitting an abstract

Join us in Sydney to contribute to the growing body of knowledge on Universal Design for Learning and help shape the future of inclusive education in Australia's tertiary sector.


In partnership with:

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Supported by: 

University of Tasmania