On-Site Workshop Topics

Differentiating Classroom Instruction (Advanced)
Implementing Differentiated Practices to Maximize
Student Learning

Workshop participants in this advanced training will have opportunities to examine in depth the differentiated practices related to the classroom environment, instructional content, instructional strategies, as well as student assessment. This practical, how-to training will guide them as they learn and practice the various strategies proven to support learners regardless of their level of readiness, interest, and learning profile. Participants will leave this powerful experience able to answer the essential question, “What do effective teachers do to respond to the diverse learning needs of their students?”

Specific topics to be addressed:

• The critical role of formative assessment in diagnosing the specific student needs for differentiation
• Differentiating the learning environment
• Managing the routines and procedures necessary for a differentiated classroom
• Differentiating instructional content
• Differentiating instructional strategies
• Methods for managing flexible groups
• Differentiating student assessment