2. Differentiation Pre-Assessment
• Login to your remote using the number at
the top of your packet.
• Answer the questions at your own pace.
Remember to press “SEND” after you
answer each question.
3. The Truth Is…
• Differentiation makes a huge difference in
student success and enjoyment,
but
• it can take a lot of planning time.
• classroom management can become
problematic.
• standards call the shots on what to teach.
4. But Don’t Worry…
• There are things that teachers can do to
differentiate in a meaningful way without
eating up all your time or creating
classroom management nightmares.
5. Differentiation comes
in many forms.
• Differentiation of resource or text.
• Differentiation of task.
• Differentiation of dialogue.
• Differentiation of support.
• Differentiation of pace.
• Differentiation of content.
• Differentiation of independence or responsibility.
Descriptions of these are available at http://stivodifferentiation.wordpress.com/differentiation-tips/
6. Management is Manageable
• Teach Teamwork
• Cooperative Learning Stop Signs
• Acceptable Noise Level Plan
• Student Contracts
7. Technology Tips
• Start simply.
• Try it yourself first.
• Limit student choices.
• Never enter the computer lab without a
detailed plan.
8. Differentiation Tasks
• Examine the sample differentiation task
provided for your grade level.
• Consider how this differentiation strategy
and/or website could be used in other
ways in your classroom.
• Be prepared to share your thoughts.
9. Sharing Time
• How could this differentiation strategy be
used in other ways in your classroom?
• How could this website be used in other
ways in your classroom?
10. Sharing Time
• How could this differentiation strategy be
used in other ways in your classroom?
• How could this website be used in other
ways in your classroom?
