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Table 2

Summary of themes

Theme	Description	UDL framework connection
Course structure	Implementing consistency in course design not only contributes to student success but also saves time and reduces cognitive load for faculty. Four out of five participants prioritized course structure during the course design process.	Action and Expression
Course usability	Ensuring clear navigation and instructional materials benefits all learners by enabling students using assistive technology in fully online courses. Many of the participants focused on increasing clarity in navigation and content as a result of UDL training to enhance the design of online courses.	Engagement
Increase online engagement	There was a common interest in bringing engagement opportunities typically done in person to the online format with UDL principles. Each participant shared a desire to increase engagement in online courses, as it can be challenging.	Engagement
Lack of institutional support	Participants discussed the challenges that come with being unfamiliar with the principles of UDL. Participants agreed on the importance of being knowledgeable about how to effectively implement UDL principles in online courses to eliminate further challenges.	Engagement

Theme	Description	UDL framework connection
Course structure	Implementing consistency in course design not only contributes to student success but also saves time and reduces cognitive load for faculty. Four out of five participants prioritized course structure during the course design process.	Action and Expression
Course usability	Ensuring clear navigation and instructional materials benefits all learners by enabling students using assistive technology in fully online courses. Many of the participants focused on increasing clarity in navigation and content as a result of UDL training to enhance the design of online courses.	Engagement
Increase online engagement	There was a common interest in bringing engagement opportunities typically done in person to the online format with UDL principles. Each participant shared a desire to increase engagement in online courses, as it can be challenging.	Engagement
Lack of institutional support	Participants discussed the challenges that come with being unfamiliar with the principles of UDL. Participants agreed on the importance of being knowledgeable about how to effectively implement UDL principles in online courses to eliminate further challenges.	Engagement