Co-creation of an Inclusive Study Skills Portal Removing Barriers through UDL

This paper will reflect upon how the development of an online study skills portal within a HEI was enhanced by using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and a community of practice (COP). In response to the crucial need to retain students and support their academic development, this paper will explore how the UDL design principles were applied in creating a study skills portal. This paper will examine current literature and thinking for both UDL and the need for students in HE to develop study skills. A reflective discussion will consider how using accessible technology, the development of student-centric materials, and working within a community of practice can enable the removal of barriers for students accessing materials to support and develop their study skills. The paper concludes by emphasising the value of underpinning and progressing the design of a study skills resource using UDL and COP frameworks.