Engaging the Struggling Learner: DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION - created from Mind Map_1

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WHY do we differentiated instruction?

- Everyone learns differently (multiple intelligences, different strengths/needs, developmental stages, level of skill)

To provide a variety of instructional methods (prevent boredom, capture interest, promote success)

HOW WE DO THIS:

Hands-on (i.e. centres), Visuals, Kinesthetic, Group Work, Auditory, Displays, Examples, Experiments, Presentations, Peer Helpers

WHO benefits from differentiated instruction?

EVERYONE.

Struggling students, ELL students, Average Students, High Achieving Students, The Teacher

Use of Visuals, Labels, Anchor Charts, Modifying Classwork

Additional Time, Scribing, Different Types of Assessment (Oral, Written, Chunked)

Gives Teacher better understanding of individual levels, time management, more information to share with parents

WHAT is differentiated instruction?

There is more than one way of communicating information.

Teaching to all different learning styles.

Knowing what each of our students needs and making sure we reach them.

HOW WE DO THIS:

Visuals, Hands-on Work, Handouts, Auditory Devices, Auditory Devices, Explaining Instructions More than One Way, Extra Preparation

Putting yourself in your students shoes

A variety of task levels

Accommodations vs. Modifications

WHERE does differentiated instruction occur?

On tests/assignments, Giving instructions, Class/Group Activities, Completing Tasks on Time, Transitions

HOW WE DO THIS:

Accommodations: breaking down instructions, simpler wording, one-on-one assistance, extended time, peer support

Engaging the Struggling Learner: DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION