Introduction to Differentiated Instruction

Catalog description

The course will demonstrate the properties of "Quality" differentiation and "Quality" curriculum and invite teachers to revisit the purpose of differentiation and reflect what constitutes quality. Demonstrated strategies for differentiation include instructional strategies helpful in addressing student readiness, interest, and learning profile. The course will examine some assessment strategies that help teachers uncover their students' learning needs, as well as strategies such as learning contracts, Entry Points, and addressing students' varying reading and writing needs.