Individual Differences

In this module, challenge yourself to: Identify the different factors that bring

about diversity in the classroom. Demonstrate a positive attitude towards

diversity as an enriching element in the learning environment.

Come up with teaching strategies that consider student diversity.

Take the Challenge!

Individual Differences

(Student Diversity)

Factors of Individual

Differences

Benefits of Diversity in the

classroom

Classroom Strategies for

Student Diversity

Factors that bring about student

diversity

Socioeconomic Status

Exceptionalities

Thinking/ Learning Style

Socioeconomic Status

The millionaires’ lifestyle differs from that of the middle income or lower income group.

Some of you learn better by seeing something; others by just listening; and still others by manipulating something.

Thinking/ Learning Style

In class there maybe one who has difficulty in spoken language comprehension or in seeing, hearing, etc.

Exceptionalities

How Student Diversity Enriches the Learning Environment

Students’ self- awareness enhanced by diversity.

Student diversity contributes to cognitive development.

Student diversity prepares learners for their role as responsible members of society.

Student diversity can promote harmony.

Some Tips on Student Diversity

Encourage learners to share their personal history and experiences.

Integrate learning experiences and activities which promote students’ multicultural and cross- cultural

awareness.

Aside from highlighting diversity, identify patterns of unity that transcend group differences.

Vary the examples you use to illustrate concepts in order to provide multiple contexts that are relevant

to students from diverse backgrounds.

Use varied instructional methods to accommodate student diversity in learning styles.

Communicate high expectations to student from all subgroups.

Diversify your methods of assessing and evaluating student learning.

Purposely, form small- discussion groups of students from diverse backgrounds. You can form groups of students with different learning styles,

different cultural background, etc.

Adapt to the students’ diverse backgrounds and learning styles by allowing their personal choice and decision- making opportunities concerning what they will learn and how they will learn it.

Prepared by: Kimberly Norcio

BEED - II