Kathrine Joyce C.

Tordilla
MAEd English Language Teaching
Module using Universal Design for Learning
(on Teaching Reading Skill for Grade 7 learners)

Introduction:

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an approach to teaching aimed at meeting the needs of every student in a classroom. It can be helpful for all kids, including
kids with learning attention issues. With this, UDL takes careful planning by teachers.

Below is a guide for Grade 7 English teachers for teaching reading skills using the Universal Design for Learning. The competencies in the content outline are lifted
from the K to 12 English Curriculum Guide (Quarter 1) which is the basis of instruction for all the public schools in the Philippines. Moreover, the activities and strategies
employed are grounded on Intercultural teaching and learning which aims to make learners become aware of and better understand one’s own culture and the other
cultures around the world.

SESSION CONTENT OUTLINE ACTIVITIES/STRATEGIES SUGGESTED READING ASSESSMENT

MATERIALS STRATEGY/EXPECTED
OUTPUT
Week 1 EN7RC-I-a-7: Use the appropriate reading style A. Group discussion English Learner’s Material Graphic Organizers,
(scanning, skimming, speed reading, intensive reading First Edition, 2017 slideshow showing the
etc.) for one’s purpose  Students are asked to Department of Education different reading styles
describe the kind of
Description: reading they perform
Students should be aware of which technique is most when reading the given  Villena, Jason O.
suited, depending on the reading task required by the text example reading texts  Sanclaria, Sharlyn P.
or by their teacher. or materials  De Guia, Eric
(See Appendices)  Rara, Aro R.
Objectives:  Dr. Fermin, Edizon A.
1. identify the different purposes for reading  Papango, Marlo C.
2. distinguish the differences between the various reading
styles English Communication Arts
3. determine when to use each reading style based on the and Skills through Philippine
reader’s purpose Literature 7 (2015)

EN7SS-I-a-1.5.2: Scan for specific information B. Interactive Game  Lapid, Milagros G. Demonstration
 Serrano, Josephine B. Completed reading
Description:  Students scan the front worksheet
page of a newspaper Vocabulary logs
 Scanning is the technique you use when you're looking up for vocabulary words
a name in the phone book: you move your eye quickly they do not know, look
over the page to find particular words or phrases that are them up and record
relevant to the task you're doing. the definition, then
It's useful to scan parts of texts to see if they're going to have each team
be useful to you: challenge another team
to find their words.
Objectives: Have them use a
1. determine a reader’s purpose when scanning vocabulary log.
2. give ways or suggestions when scanning a reading (See Appendices)
material
3. show how scanning is performed to look for information

Week 2 EN7SS-I-b-1.5.1: Skim for major ideas using headings as C. Practice Exercise Demonstration
guide Story Web
 Students are asked to Picture Summary
Description: skim a material for two
Skimming: for getting the gist of something minutes about the
The technique you use when you're going through a importance of
newspaper or magazine: you read quickly to get the main respecting diversity
points, and skip over the detail. and tell the gist or
main idea of the
Objectives: selection
1. determine a reader’s purpose when skimming (See Appendices)
2. give ways skimming a reading material
3. show how skimming is performed to look for  Afterwards, have them
information read through a
paragraph, passage or
chapter of a book and
then take a moment to
reflect on the main
idea of the reading.
And then, let them turn
the idea into a work of
art.

Week 3-4 EN7RC-I-c-7.1: Read intensively to find answers to D. Practice Exercise Demonstration
specific questions Completed reading
worksheet
 Description:  Students are asked to
Detailed reading: for extracting information accurately read intensively a
Where you read every word, and work to learn from the material about
text. In this careful reading, you may find it helpful to recognizing diversity
skim first, to get a general idea, but then go back to read among others. Then,
in detail. Use a dictionary to make sure you understand all instruct them to
the words used. answer the given
Objectives: questions.
1. determine a reader’s purpose when reading intensively (See appendices)
2. give ways or suggestions when reading intensively
3. show how reading intensively is performed

Week 5 EN7SS-I-f-1.2: Transcode orally and in writing the E. Buzz group Slideshow/ PowerPoint
information presented in diagrams, charts, table, presentations
graphs, etc.  Students are divided Prezi
into groups of three Visual Aids
Description: and are asked to Video clip
The information one wishes to get from books is not only answer the posed
presented in sentences, but also in graphic forms like questions regarding the
charts, maps, and tables. Non-Prose Text are also referred given non-prose text
to as GRAPHIC Aids or VISUALS. They contain valuable on the board. This text
information which, when written in sentences or talks about recognizing
paragraphs may be difficult to understand. diversity. Members of
each group discusses
Objectives: their answers and
1. explain the purpose of non-prose texts when presenting comes up with a group
information answer.
2. determine the different examples of non-prose texts (See Appendices)
3. write data commentaries appropriately based on
information presented in non-prose texts

Week 6-7 EN7SS-I-g-1.2: Give the meaning of given signs and F. Pair Work Posters
symbols (road signs, prohibited signs, etc.) Signage
 Students guess the Placards
Description: meaning of each sign
Signs are signals that inform people of what is proper to shown on the board
do especially in roads, schools, establishments, etc. with their chosen
partner. Then, they
Objectives: discuss their answer
 1. determine the different signs and symbols seen in with the class. Varied
roads, streets, hospitals, churches, schools, etc. answers may arise as
2. show various ways on why obedience to these signs students come from
and symbols is needed different background,
3. explain the importance of these signs and symbols so these may be
accepted.
(See Appendices)

Week 8 EN7RC-I-i-14: Follow directions using a map G. Group work Illustrations

Big maps
Description:  Students work together Pictures
A map is a symbolic representation of selected as a group in doing the
characteristics of a place, usually drawn on a flat surface. assigned task. Have
Maps present information about the world in a simple, them follow the
visual way. They teach about the world by showing sizes directions given after
and shapes of countries, locations of features, and discussing the symbols
distances between places. used in a legend.
(See Appendices)
Objectives:
1. identify the purpose of map
2. show examples of symbols used in a map
3. explain the meaning of these symbols
4. use a map to go to a desired location
Appendices
A. Group discussion: Describe how you read each reading material below. Be able to tell the usual length of your reading time. Several choices may be possible
according to the reason why you’re reading it.
1. An English grammar book
2. An article in National Geographic magazine about the Roman Empire
3. The opinion page in your local newspaper
4. The weather report in your local newspaper
5. A novel
6. A poem
7. An advertising email - so-called "spam"
8. An email or letter from your best friend
9. A recipe
10. A short story by your favorite author

B. Vocabulary Log
Directions: Use the newspaper to learn vocabulary by choosing articles that interest you and keeping a log of the words you learn as you go. After writing in the
word and the headline and date of the article in which you found it, copy out the sentence in which you read it (context), and make a guess as to what it could
mean from that context. Then find the dictionary definition that best fits its use here. Finally, either write your own new sentence that uses the word, or create a
drawing or diagram that depicts it and will help you remember it.

Name: ___________________________________ Date:____________

Word Word

Headline of Article Headline of Article

Date Date
 Context Context

Guess Guess

Dictionary definition Dictionary definition

Illustration, diagram or original sentence Illustration, diagram or original sentence

C. Practice Exercise: Skim the text below. Then, identify the gist of the text.

One of the best and most beautiful things about humanity is that we're all different from one another; each person is unique in their own very special way. So,
instead of fearing those differences, it's important for us to recognise them and embrace them, and above all be respectful. How can we do this, especially since we’ll be
celebrating Heritage Day tomorrow?

Sometimes a person’s culture or religion is so different from our own that we don’t understand why they say or do certain things, or even the types of clothing they
wear. This may seem strange or silly to us but we need to remember that we might seem just as strange or silly to them. Instead choma, respect the differences and try
learn why they do them. You’ll learn more about the world and grow.

The easiest way to show respect to others is to listen when they speak, to listen to the things that interest them and the reasons they behave a certain way. When
we listen to one another, we learn.

Just because they’re different, there’s no reason to tease or mock people. Always think about how you would feel if the situation were reversed. Not so nice from
the receiving end, is it?

Always try and consider people’s different needs and how you can accommodate them. Are you throwing a party, do you have any guests whose religion or culture
requires that they don’t eat certain types of foods? Imagine how accepted they would feel knowing that you took the time to find out what they can eat and made a plan
for them? Now that’s being a real choma!
 At the end of the day, the world is getting smaller and smaller and every day we’re meeting people from all over the world, people from different cultures, religions,
sexual preferences, gender beliefs and disabilities. Let’s create a world where everyone feels included, safe, and respected. Every little act counts. The change starts with
you.

D. Practice Exercise: Read the text below. Then, answer the questions that follow.

The Parable of the Rainbow Colors

by Juan M. Flavier

It all started as innocent statements by each of the colors. No attempt was made by anyone to denigrate the others. There was even an element of restraint and
humility. But as time went on, the colors declarations became stronger and haughty with an overtone which tended to out down the other colors. Their claim became very
explicit as to who was the best color. . .

It reached the point when the colors were actually quarrelling! Said the color RED. . .I am the brightest ! For red is the most striking. Why? Life-sustaining blood is
colored red . I represent courage and bravery. Even love symbols like the heart and the roses presented are red in color.

The color YELLOW retorted. . .What can be brighter than my yellow exemplified by the sun? I am the color of gaiety and of warmth. Without me, only the eye-
glaring ones remain.

What an outlandish claims! Interposed the color ORANGE. . .Sunrise is orange, not yellow. I am more important because I represent health and strength. Look at
the ripened fruits and vegetables. They are predominantly orange.

Well, if you are talking about vegetables and leaves, you are referring to my color, declared the color GREEN. . . I Am the symbol of life. All that thrives in the fields
and the forests is the greenery I provide. I am the most important color.

The color BLUE could not help it anymore so it shouted. . . What can be more expansive than the skies and the seas? Do you forget that the farthest skies and the
deepest seas are blue? I represent patriotism. I stand for the depth of feelings and extensive spaces.

The color INDIGO came out with a statement. . .You talk about wide areas. I hope you realized the largest area in the world is silence and I represent that dimension
with my color. It means thoughtfulness. It is prayer expressed in the deepest of feelings.

Aha! You forget the pomp of royalty and power is VIOLET, shouted the color. . . I am wisdom and authority. What can be more overwhelming?

Suddenly, the rain interrupted the contentious exchange of arguments. Yes, you all have your unique features. But all of you have a special role. And more
importantly, you need each other to give the mix of colors for beauty. Because of your quarrelling. . . God has asked me to inform you of a decision. From now on, you will
not be seen separately. When it rains, a strip of colors will appear in the sky. You will all appear together. You will be called a rainbow. You will then represent cooperation
and hope. The rainbow in the sky.
 With that, the rain disappeared.

E. Buzz Group: Analyze the chart below with your groupmates. Then, answer the given questions.

1. What is the pie chart about?

2. What is the pie chart composed of?
3. Which race has the largest population?
4. Which race has the smallest population?
5. What is the significance of this chart?
F. Pair Work

With a partner, discuss the meaning of the following pictures.

G. Group Work

Look at the map on the right.

Follow the instructions to Mary’s house
Use a pen or a pencil to draw a line to Mary’s house.
How to get to Mary’s house:
1. Start at the star.
2. Go down the main road and go past the restaurant, the fish
shop and the library.
3. Turn left into West Street and go towards the station.
4. Mary’s house is on the left in front of the station.