Scribd Logo
Upload

Welcome to Scribd!

  • 33 views

    THE DIFFERENTIATED CLASSROOM. Compare

    Uploaded by

    fadzil
    The traditional classroom treats all students the same, with a focus on mastery of facts taught through whole-class instruction. The differentiated classroom values student differences and uses ongoing assessment to understand individual needs and guide more responsive instruction through flexible grouping and resources. Student readiness, interests, and approaches guide plans for achieving understandings rather than just covering content.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    THE DIFFERENTIATED CLASSROOM. Compare

    Uploaded by

    fadzil
    33 views1 page
    The traditional classroom treats all students the same, with a focus on mastery of facts taught through whole-class instruction. The differentiated classroom values student differences and uses ongoing assessment to understand individual needs and guide more responsive instruction through flexible grouping and resources. Student readiness, interests, and approaches guide plans for achieving understandings rather than just covering content.

    Original Description:

    compare traditional and Di classroom

    Original Title

    THE DIFFERENTIATED CLASSROOM. compare

    Copyright

    © © All Rights Reserved

    Available Formats

    PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    Did you find this document useful?

    Is this content inappropriate?

    The traditional classroom treats all students the same, with a focus on mastery of facts taught through whole-class instruction. The differentiated classroom values student differences and uses ongoing assessment to understand individual needs and guide more responsive instruction through flexible grouping and resources. Student readiness, interests, and approaches guide plans for achieving understandings rather than just covering content.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pdf or txt
    33 views1 page

    THE DIFFERENTIATED CLASSROOM. Compare

    Uploaded by

    fadzil
    The traditional classroom treats all students the same, with a focus on mastery of facts taught through whole-class instruction. The differentiated classroom values student differences and uses ongoing assessment to understand individual needs and guide more responsive instruction through flexible grouping and resources. Student readiness, interests, and approaches guide plans for achieving understandings rather than just covering content.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pdf or txt
    of 1

    24

    The Differentiated Classroom

    Figure 2.2 Comparing Classrooms

    The Traditional Classroom The Differentiated Classroom

    Student differences are often masked or acted Student differences are valued and studied as
    upon when problematic. basis for planning.
    Assessment is most common at the end of learn- Assessment is ongoing and diagnostic to under-
    ing to see who “got it.” stand how to make instruction more responsive to
    learner needs.
    A relatively narrow sense of intelligence prevails. Focus on a range of intelligences is evident.
    The teacher believes some students are smart and The teacher believes all students have the capac-
    some are not smart and teaches accordingly. ity to succeed and supports that belief through
    “teaching up” and differentiated instructional
    plans.
    A single definition of excellence exists. Excellence is defined in terms of both individual
    growth and recognized norms.
    Student interest is infrequently tapped. Students are frequently guided and supported in
    making interest-based choices.
    Relatively few approaches to learning are offered. Many approaches to teaching and learning are
    consistently evident.
    Whole-class instruction dominates. Many instructional groupings are used.
    Coverage of texts, curriculum guides, or content Student readiness, interest, and approach to
    goals define the limits of instruction. learning guide instructional plans.
    The focus of learning is the mastery of facts or Use of essential knowledge and essential skills to
    the use of skills out of context. achieve or extend essential understandings is the
    focus of learning.
    Single-option assignments are the norm. Multi-option assignments are common.
    Time is relatively inflexible. Time is used flexibly and in accordance with stu-
    dent needs.
    A single text prevails. Multiple materials and other resources are
    provided.
    A single interpretation of ideas or events or single Multiple perspectives on ideas, issues, and events
    right answers are typically sought. are routinely sought.
    The teacher directs student behavior. The teacher facilitates development of student
    skills of self-reliance and collaboration.
    The teacher solves most classroom problems. Students help other students and the teacher
    solve problems.
    A single form of assessment is most often used. Students are assessed in multiple ways and in
    multiple modes.
    The grading process communicates only perfor- The grading process reflects student performance,
    mance, not process or progress. work processes, and growth.

    You might also like