This is a specialised version crafted exclusively for all faculty members, building on the foundation of our open-access course, “Universal Design for the Built Environment: Beyond Ramps and Railings.” This course goes beyond just learning; it’s about teaching. 


According to Indian law under the RPWD Act 2016—sections 40 and 44—designs must comply with Universal Design principles, making it essential for us as educators to incorporate and spread this knowledge in our classrooms


Engage with expert-led content, interactive videos, and lectures from professors at reputed universities as they share how they’ve successfully integrated Universal Design principles into their teaching methods. These insights are designed to orient you with a comprehensive teaching plan, empowering you to bring inclusivity into your curriculum. Enrol now to access these tailored modules and join the movement toward creating an equitable built environment through our design studios


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Key Takeaways:

  • Imbibe Empathy

    Learn to guide students in understanding diverse user perspectives, fostering sensitivity and awareness as they develop into more empathetic designers.

  • Acquire Knowledge

    Equip yourself with a thorough understanding of Universal Design concepts and principles, enabling you to effectively integrate them into your teaching.

  • Gain Skills

    Gain the tools and strategies needed to educate the students on Universal Design, to create inclusive environments.

Objective of the Course

  • Spread the knowledge about Universal Design as an educator to fulfil the fundamental right of Equal Access for All!

  • Play the role of a catalyst in the path of achieving an equitable world by integrating Universal Design principles into the curriculum

  • Bring Awareness in the Architecture, Construction, Engineering and Design Community about the importance of Universal Design as a mainstream approach.

Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome to the course

    2. What to expect from the course?

    3. Ice Breaker Session

    4. Kirana Ventures

    5. Activity - Inclusive Emporium: Kirana Ventures

    6. Handbook: References

    7. Handbook (References)

    8. Built Environment for All

    1. About this special module for Pedagogues

    2. Prof. D Shivaram Reddy, Woxsen School of Architecture And Planning, Hyderabad

    3. Prof. Rikta Desai, Prof.Tejas Patel, Prof. Sarupa Dave, SCET Faculty of Architecture, Surat

    4. Prof.Sandeep Sankat, SPA- School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal

    5. Prof. Parul Kumtha -Sir JJ College of Architecture, Mumbai

    1. Introduction to Module 1

    2. Universal Design and its principles

    3. Articles: Unveiling Universal Design

    4. Unveiling Universal Design: Embracing Inclusivity Through Essential Principles

    5. Designscape: Word Cascade - Google Form

    6. Designscape: Word Cascade - Responses

    7. Universal Design Trivia - Introduction

    8. Universal Design Trivia

    9. Universal Design Mastery

    10. Activity: Universal Design Mastery

    11. Understanding Stakeholders in Universal Design

    12. Designing for Real People

    13. Activity: Breaking Stereotypes

    14. Understanding Disability and Diversity

    15. Articles: Understanding Disability and Diversity

    16. Don’t Blindside me- A quick recap

    17. Space & Dignity Perspectives: Interactive Scenarios Quiz

    18. Learners’ Forum

    1. Introduction to Module 02

    2. Universal Design and its Impact

    3. Impact on Various Stakeholders - Introduction to Activity

    4. Impact on various stakeholders- Inaccessible Cities Podcast

    5. Impactful Insights into Design For All - Introduction to Article

    6. Articles: Impactful Insights into Design for All

    7. Universal Design and its Application - Universal Streets

    8. Universal Streets

    9. Universal Design and its Application - Bus Stops For All

    10. Bus Stops For All

    11. Universal Design and its Application - Public Toilets For All

    12. Public Toilets For All

    13. Universal Design and its Application - Inclusive Parks

    14. Inclusive Parks

    15. Universal Design and its Application - Inclusive Museums

    16. Inclusive Museums

    17. Universal Design and its Application - Inclusive Schools

    18. Inclusive Schools

    19. Impact and Regulatory Framework - Introduction to Activity - This or That

    20. Activity: This or That

    21. Regulatory Framework Key Elements - Introduction to Article

    22. Article: Regulatory Framework

    23. Universal Design - The Legalities and Policies

    24. Decoding Guidelines

    25. Handbook: Regulatory Framework

    26. Conducting Accessibility Audits

    27. Accessibility Audits - Dr Anjlee

    28. Q n A Podcast on Accessibility Audits with Dr Anjlee

    29. Citizen Auditor

    30. Taking Action - Introduction to Handbook of References

    31. Handbook: Taking Action

    32. Learners’ Forum

    33. Handbook: Accessibility Audit

    1. Introduction to Module 3A

    2. Universal Design Approach - Masterclass by Dr. Gaurav Raheja

    3. Universal Design Approach - Masterclass by Dr. Rachna Khare

    4. Universal Design Approach - Kat Holmes

    5. Resource- Book: How Inclusion Shapes Design

    6. Learnings Outside the Classroom

    7. Activity: Integrating Universal Design in your Subjects - Google Form

    8. Introduction to Handbook

    9. Handbook: Pedagogy

    10. Learner's Forum

    1. Introduction to Module 3B

    2. Analysing Real Life Case Examples

    3. Analysing Real Life Case Examples - Introduction to Activity

    4. Activity : Design Exploration

    5. Analysing Real Life Case Examples - Introduction to Handbook

    6. Handbook: Analysing Real-Life Case Examples

    7. Building Services And Accessibility - Introduction to Activity

    8. Activity: This or That for Building Services

    9. Building Services and Accessibility - DIY solutions for Residential Toilets

    10. Building Services And Accessibility - Introduction to Handbook

    11. Handbook: Building Services and Accessibility

    12. Three Ways Of Approaching Accessibility Projects

    13. Building Resilience - Introduction to Article

    14. Article: Building Resilience

    15. Emergency Preparedness

    16. Extreme Impact Of One Size Fits All - Introduction to Quiz

    17. Quiz- Right and Wrong practices during Emergency evacuation and for Safety during Emergencies

    18. Extreme Impact Of One Size Fits All - Introduction to Resources

    19. Handbook: List of Resources for Extreme impact of ‘One size fits all’

    20. Universal Design - Design And User Experience - Introduction to Article

    21. Article: Universal Design- Design & User Experience

    22. User experience in Design Typologies: Auditoriums for All

    23. Spot The Difference - Introduction to Activity

    24. Spot the Difference- Analysing Subtle Design Changes

    25. Design Matters - The Big Picture

    26. Learner's Forum

    27. DIY Inclusive Offices

    28. User experience in Design Typologies: Housing for All

About this course

  • Free
  • 104 lessons
  • 10.5 hours of video content

Who is the course for?

ACED community

The course is ideal for educators, and professionals within the ACED community, providing valuable insights for educators to guide learners at all levels in applying Universal Design to their design and research endeavors. Join us now, and play a pivotal role in driving accessibility as a leading principle for an inclusive built environment!