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Mention learner types theory

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### How could the content be improved?

Issue suggestion based on trainee minute card feedback:
Add brief mention of (debunked) learner types theory (can reference the pre-reading) and state that thinking about different modes of learning still helps as part of UDL.

### Which part of the content does your suggestion apply to?

https://carpentries.github.io/instructor-training/09-eia.html#universal-design-in-learning-udl

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Research direction

Open 09-eia.html at the Universal Design in Learning section referenced in the issue and review the surrounding discussion and pre-reading. Add a brief mention that learner types theory is debunked while different modes of learning can still inform UDL, then confirm the section reflects the requested nuance.

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Assessment

Domain
content
Issue type
Documentation
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1/5
Estimated time
Under an hour
Activity status
Stale
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Clearly specified
Newbie friendliness
72/100

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