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From One-Size-Fits-All to Personalized Instruction: Leveraging Digital Tools to Support Diverse Learner Needs

From One-Size-Fits-All to Personalized Instruction: Leveraging Digital Tools to Support Diverse Learner Needs
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Author(s): Maria Concetta Carruba (Pegaso University, Italy), Alba Caiazzo (Pegaso University, Italy)and Alessandro Barca (Pegaso University, Italy)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 34
Source title: Digital Tools and Platforms for Effective and Personalized Learning
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Alexandre Duarte (NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal), José Gabriel Andrade (University of Minho, Portugal)and Patricia Dias (Catholic University of Portugal, Portugal)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-6013-3.ch004

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Abstract

This chapter explores how digital tools can transform communication strategies to meet students' diverse, individualized needs, focusing on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and International Classification of Functioning (ICF) frameworks. In a digital era defined by online platforms, virtual classrooms, and AI-based solutions, the chapter emphasizes optimizing communication to foster personalization, active engagement, and well-being. While digital tools enable tailored learning by addressing varied needs and preferences, they also risk promoting passive learning and mental health challenges. UDL promotes adaptability through flexible materials, diverse representations, and options for expression, while the ICF framework provides a holistic view of student functioning, considering social, emotional, and contextual factors. Together, they advocate a compassionate approach to inclusivity. The chapter examines strategies like tailored feedback, interactive platforms, and collaborative tools to balance academic rigor with pedagogical support.

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