Stage 1 demonstrates two types of instructions for an annotated bibliography: prompt only and narrative.

Prompt Only Style of Instructions - One of the most common forms of writing assignment instructions is the prompt. This example is a one sentence prompt explaining the annotated bibliography assignment.

The Narrative Style of Instructions - A more descriptive form of assignment presentation is to place the instructions in a narrative consisting of several paragraphs explaining the assignment. In this format, a minimal of design features--such as headers and bold font--are used, but more information on the form and purpose of the assignment is provided.

Stage 1 Examples
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Version 1 - Putting Print Online

Version 1 applies some UDL principles to an online version of a printed page. This version of the annotated bibliography assignment has more robust instructions to present the full scope of the assignment. It is designed using headers and brief text. Links are provided for additional resource material. The assignment's goals and objectives are clearly articulated as well as the forms and features for how to compile a bibliography and compose an annotation. However, the instructions do not take advantage of the full potential of placing an assignment online.

Version 2 - Using Pop up for additional information

This examples builds on the previous one using more functionality of links and pop ups. The pop ups display additional information on the key areas of the assignment.

Version 3 - Formatted for Enhanced Accessibility of Content

This examples includes an internal navigation as well as mouseovers instead of pop ups to display additional information.

Version 4 - UDL Version of Paper 3 Assignment

Version 4 is no longer a print version placed online, but a dynamic web page that embraces the principles of UDL by making the assignment a tool for learning for all students in the course.