Differentiation

1. Goal - Students will reach the objective by producing an infographic and uploading to the class website. Students will leave comments on the infographics.

2. Objective - I will be able to discuss the character, setting, conflict, plot, climax, resolution, theme, tone, and point of a short story presented in class.

3. Activities

3.1. Cubing - Students roll a cube and find the answer to one of the objectives. 1 = character, 2 = setting, 3 = conflict, etc. Students work in groups to find the necessary information.

3.2. Dynamic Duo - Students work in pairs and complete a Dynamic Duo Discussion sheet. Students will meet online to discuss the reading and fill in the answer sheet.

4. Student B

4.1. Below Grade Level

5. Learner Profile

5.1. Bodily Kinesthetic - Body Smart

5.2. Intrapersonal - Self Smart

6. Interests

6.1. Soccer, Video Games, Math

7. Readiness

7.1. Slow Reader, Difficulty with Grammar

8. Activities

8.1. Jigsaw Strategy - Higher level students will work in groups to find objectives and present to the class in a discussion setting.

8.2. Readers Workshop - In addition to their reading assignments, students choose to research a topic of their choice related to their short story. Extension activity.

9. Learner Profile

9.1. Linguistic - Word Smart

9.2. Interpersonal - People Smart

10. Interests

10.1. Music, Student News Producer

11. Readiness

11.1. Takes AP English courses, Participates in Debate Club

12. Student A

12.1. Above Grade Level