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Strategies for Differentiated Instruction in the Foreign Language ClassroomXI National Conference for Teachers of English
What is differentiated instruction? What is it NOT?
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Differentiation of Content, Activities, and Products
Content Activities Products Audio-recorded
text material Reading buddies Multiple texts Multiple
supplementary material
Small-group direct instruction
Varied graphic organizers
Internet-based mini-lessons
Compacting Multilevel
computer programs
Activity choice boards
Varied journal prompts
Tiered activities Multilevel learning
center tasks Similar readiness
groups Mixed readiness
groups with targeted roles
Student choice of work arrangement
Learning contracts
Tiered products Student choice of
mode of demonstrated learning
Internet-based investigations
Independent study Varied rubrics Criteria for success
generated by individuals
Barriers & Bridges
Erin Lowry, July 2010 [email protected]
Strategies for Differentiated Instruction in the Foreign Language ClassroomXI National Conference for Teachers of English
Diverse Learning Needs
Examples of Diverse Learning in My Classroom
Examples of How I Try to Address Varied Learner Needs
Many Ways to Differentiate!Low Preparation Differentiation High Preparation Differentiation
Choice of Books Tiered Activities
Homework Options Tiered Products
Use of Reading Buddies Independent Study
Various Journal Prompts Multiple Texts
Varied Pacing with anchor options Multiple Testing Options
Student/Teacher Goal Setting Alternative Assessments
Work Alone or Together 4-MAT
Flexible Seating Course Compacting
Varied Computer Programs Spelling by Readiness
Design-A-Day Varying Organizers
Varied Supplemental Materials Community Mentorships
Options for Varied Modes of Expression Tiered Centers
Varied Scaffolding Interest Centers
Computer Mentors Stations
Think-Pair-Share by Readiness, Interest, Learning Profiles Group Investigations
Open-ended Activities Choice Boards
Explorations by Interest Think-Tac-Toe
Options for Competition Simulations
Flexible-Learning Groups by Readiness, Interest, Learning Profile Students Are Assessed in Multiple Ways
Erin Lowry, July 2010 [email protected]
Strategies for Differentiated Instruction in the Foreign Language ClassroomXI National Conference for Teachers of English
Different Levels of Thinking: Cubing
Side 1 DESCRIBE IT, Recall, name, locate, listSide 2 COMPARE IT, Contrast, Example, Explain, WriteSide 3 ASSOCIATE IT, Connect, Make, DesignSide 4 ANALYZE IT, Review, Discuss, DiagramSide 5 APPLY IT, Propose, Suggest, PrescribeSide 6 ARGUE FOR/AGAINST IT, Debate, Formulate, Support
Differentiating Process: Tic-Tac-Toe Choice Board
Flexible Grouping: Clock Buddies
Erin Lowry, July 2010 [email protected]