Top ten differentiation strategies
- 1. Top Ten Differentiation Strategies
- 2. NUMBER 10 Preassessment – Not the least important because it is 10. No differentiation unless you use it. Formal or informal Use data for designing lesson or unit.
- 3. NUMBER 9 Curriculum Compacting Essential for covering required material. Appropriate pace. Used to fill “gaps.” Used to cover material that will be easily mastered.
- 4. NUMBER 8 5 Most Difficult First Like compacting for a day Skill based subjects – math If students shows mastery, move onto independent work. Give credit for assignment.
- 5. NUMBER 7 Flexible Grouping Used after preassessment. Based on interest or readiness. Give all students a chance to show mastery and make groups accordingly.
- 6. NUMBER 6 Questioning Must be more than “What is.. When was..” High level questioning promotes high level thinking. Plan ahead.
- 7. NUMBER 5 Open-Ended Tasks Everyone accesses task at own level. Takes off artificial ceiling. Promotes creativity. Will show meaningful learning.
- 8. NUMBER 4 Tiering Not more work. Different work. Start small.
- 9. NUMBER 3 Learning Contracts Commitment to task Accountability Can be done in many ways.
- 10. NUMBER 2 Choice Boards Independent work with teacher direction. When mastery is demonstrated or as a class project. Be happy with all of the options.
- 11. NUMBER 1 Independent Projects Ultimate in autonomous learning. Huge student buy in. Even the unexpected will help you and the student learn something. Fun and Learning!! Nothing beats that.