UDL's Three Strategic Networks: Affective, Recognition, and Strategic

The three strategics networks of UDL are discussed in http://www.cast.org/udl/index.html. 

These networks are designed to provide the flexible approach to curriculum necessary to 

provide ALL learners with equal opportunities to learn. The first network is the affective 

network in which multiple means of engagement are recommended to spark the interest

and sustained commitment to learn in purposeful learners.  The affective network 

addresses the attitude and motivation of the learner and is considered to be the"why" of 

learning. The second network is the recognition network which represents the "what" of 

learning and promotes the importance of presenting information in a variety of ways. 

Presenting information in multiple ways allows resourceful learners to have different options 

for comprehension and perception of the material.  The final network is the strategic 

network in which multiple means of action and expression are encouraged as a way to 

allow goal-directed learners to share their knowledge in different ways. Considered the 

"how" of learning, the guidelines of the strategic network offer options for executive

 functions, communication, and purposeful action.  The Read and Write GOLD assistive

technology software that I discussed earlier, is an excellent tool for providing Cabrini DRC

students constructive options regarding these why's, what's and how's of learning.