Universal design for learning in the framework of neuroscience-based education and Neuroimaging-based assessment

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) has been proposed to facilitate the training processes and improve the learning outcome. The article reviews the theories in neuroscience-based learning and evidences of brain imaging studies that relates to the principles and design of UDL. Neuroimaging based assessment strategy is also reviewed as it may provide an objective means of evaluating learning outcomes in the application of UDL. Then, the challenges and opportunities in using brain imaging in UDL are identified and discussed. Finally, we discussed the need of UDL principles, its implementation, and evaluation via neuroimaging technologies in the framework of neuroscience-based education for professional training in air traffic controllers at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy.