1. Reading- Read the linked article on differentiation. Pay special attention to the four types of differentiation: Content, Process, Product and Learning Environment. Article Link: What is Differentiated Instruction? Examples of Strategies
2. Audience: Teachers of grade K-5 Topic: Differentiation Objective: Teachers will develop an understanding of the four main types of differentiation and the benefits of each.
3. Reflecting-Participate in a Threaded Discussion. Answer: 1. What is one way you already differentiate lessons? 2.Of the 4 types of differentiation, which is the most difficult for you to achieve? Why?
4. Displaying: Collaborate, via Google Docs, with a same grade classmate to differentiate a lesson provided by your district. Be sure to provide one example of differentiation for each of the 4 type (content, process, product and learning environment).
5. Doing- Compose a brief letter to the curriculum writers of your district outlining your suggested differentiation and why you believe they are appropriate.