Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST)

The Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST) is a non-profit organization focused on improving education and learning for all students, especially those with disabilities. CAST promotes Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an educational framework that aims to create flexible learning environments. This approach helps teachers provide diverse methods of teaching and assessment, accommodating individual learning differences. By developing resources, tools, and research, CAST supports educators in creating inclusive classrooms that foster engagement, motivation, and success for every learner, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds.