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Differentiation

Differentiation. A quick look at some of the research. What is differentiation? The problem with defining differentiation is that there are so many definitions!.

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Differentiation

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  1. Differentiation A quick look at some of the research

  2. What is differentiation? The problem with defining differentiation is that there are so many definitions!

  3. “By differentiation the authors mean making changes, from small changes to larger ones, which enable children to learn from the school curriculum, designed for their age group, with their peers in an inclusive schooling system.” http://www.down-syndrome.net/library/dsii/16/07/

  4. “The best way to meet pupil’s different learning needs is to deliver the curriculum in a number of different ways; to differentiate the vehicle by which the skills, knowledge and concepts arrive, as well as presenting a range of tasks. The reason for doing this is because it ensures the maximum amount of pupil involvement, ie pupil planning, pupil assessment and pupil decision-making. In fact, the three can be fitted into a logical progression of teach, practice and assess: ‘The key to the differentiated curriculum is the flexible use by teachers of a wide range of activities and lesson organisations.’” http://www.pearsonpublishing.co.uk/education/samples/S_494342.pdf

  5. “Differentiation is not more class or home work, it is taking a regular curriculum topic and exploring it in greater depth and complexity. This means instead of learning algebraic formulas and practicing them in a classroom setting, through the use of worksheets and the text book, you might apply them to "real life" situations.” http://www.k12.hi.us/~gtstate/the_role_of_the_teacher.htm

  6. “Differentiation is the recognition of and commitment to plan for student differences. A differentiated classroom provides different avenues to acquire content, to process or make sense of information and ideas, and to develop products. The goals of a differentiated classroom are to maximize student growth and to promote individual student success.” http://curry.edschool.virginia.edu/hottlinx/tier1/faq/faq.htm

  7. Differentiation is the matching of work to the differing capabilities of individuals or groups of pupils in order to extend their learning. Ofsted

  8. Differentiation is the adjustment of the teaching process according to the learning needs of the pupils. • It can be aimed at: • A whole class • Groups within the class • Individuals

  9. Why? Because all learners, even those in “streamed” or “banded” classes, are different and they bring different experiences and values to their learning.

  10. How might we go about differentiating in our subject?

  11. Three components that are most notably associated with differentiation are: content--what is being taught; process--how it is being taught; and product--tangible results produced based on students' interests and abilities. In the last few years, researchers have added to the content, process, and product definition by addressing the teacher's role, evaluation methods, and the goals of differentiation.

  12. Tomlinson (1995) emphasizes that in differentiating the curriculum, teachers are not dispensers of knowledge but organizers of learning opportunities. To provide optimal learning opportunities the classroom environment must be changed to accommodate the interests and abilities of the learner.

  13. Another dimension included in classroom differentiation involves assessing student performance. Riley (1997) states that when differentiating, appropriate evaluation methods should be utilized including rubrics, portfolios, and checklists based on the products created.

  14. Renzulli's (1997) Five Dimensions of Differentiation include the aspects previously addressed, while defining goals of what each dimension should include for a truly differentiated approach. Goals related to the five dimensions are:

  15. content- put more depth into the curriculum through organizing the curriculum concepts and structure of knowledge;

  16. process- use many instructional techniques and materials to enhance and motivate learning styles of students;

  17. product- improve the cognitive development and the students' ability to express themselves;

  18. classroom- enhance the comfort by changing grouping formats and physical area of environment;

  19. teacher- use artistic modification to share personal knowledge of topics related to curriculum as well as personal interests, collections, hobbies, and enthusiasm about issues surrounding content area.

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