Idea projektowania uniwersalnego w procesie edukacyjnym na Uniwersytecie. „Projektowanie uniwersalne przestrzenią równych szans i dostępności dla osób z niepełnosprawnościami”

Abstract

The article presents the concept of universal design in the educational process at University in the context of the author’s participation in the project called “Universal design as a space of equal opportunities and accessibility for people with disabilities.” To achieve the aforesaid aim, professional literature was studied, project tasks were discussed and the idea of universal design was referred to taking into account contemporary educational space. The author writes about the inclusion of universal design in the teaching-learning process at University, about the inclusion of teaching and accessibility which is a key-word for the idea of universal design. The aim of the project was achieved. Both the lecturers and the students gained more awareness of accessibility. Within the framework of realizing the project tasks, the author studied, among all, the rules of universal design and their practical use. The participants obtained knowledge, competencies and skills, which should allow for using them in the social sphere, in their professional practice.