Chapter 6 - Effective Differentiated Instruction

Questions and Answers

What is differentiated instruction?

Making adjustments in order to meet the individual needs of all learners in an inclusive classroom without assuming one student's road map for learning is identical to anyone else's

Which of the following are ways to adapt for differentiated instruction? (Select all that apply)

Instructional materials (correct)

Evaluation of instruction (correct)

Changing the environment (correct)

Testing methods only

What are important points when prioritizing instruction? (Select all that apply)

Consider scope and sequence (correct)

Select appropriate curriculum (correct)

Ignore students' individual learning paces

Specify content, conditions, and criteria (correct)

What is the difference between accommodations and modifications?

Accommodations do not change the goals and objectives of instruction, while modifications change the expectations or standards of instruction Signup and view all the answers

What are the five types of learning?

Discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of discrimination learning adaptation?

Present examples and nonexamples Signup and view all the answers

What is one method of factual learning adaptation?

Repetition, rehearsal, and practice Signup and view all the answers

How can rule learning be adapted?

Practice using rules and provide feedback Signup and view all the answers

What is a procedural learning adaptation?

Model use of procedures Signup and view all the answers

What are possible adaptations for learning concepts?

Teach relevant rules and discriminations Signup and view all the answers

What does problem solving involve?

Determining solutions when no specific strategy for solving the problem is known Signup and view all the answers

What is critical thinking?

Use of active reasoning to acquire novel concepts, ideas, or solutions or to evaluate or analyze information Signup and view all the answers

What does acquisition refer to in educational terms?

Simple accuracy-level criteria Signup and view all the answers

What is one instructional strategy for acquisition?

Slow pace of instruction and provide additional practice Signup and view all the answers

What does fluency combine?

The accuracy criteria with specified amounts of time Signup and view all the answers

What strategies are suggested for fluency?

Provide faster pace instruction Signup and view all the answers

What is generalization in learning?

Ability to transfer previous learning to novel situations Signup and view all the answers

What instructional strategies support generalization?

Ensure student mastery of relevant skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the Universal Design for Learning (UDL)?

The design of curriculum materials, instructional activities, and evaluation procedures that can meet the needs of learners with widely varying abilities and backgrounds Signup and view all the answers

What are the three guiding principles for UDL?

Multiple means of engagement, representation, and action/expression Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Differentiated Instruction

Tailoring instruction to meet the diverse needs of individual learners.
Focuses on accommodating unique learning pathways rather than enforcing a one-size-fits-all approach.

Adapting for Differentiated Instruction

Environment adjustments (e.g., seating arrangements).
Variety in instructional materials to enhance learning.
Diverse instructional methods like paired learning and tutoring.
Flexible evaluation formats (e.g., accepting verbal responses).

Prioritizing Instruction

Objectives must specify content, conditions, and performance criteria.
Consider the scope and sequence for effective content delivery.
Curriculum selection can differ for individual student needs.
Instruction pacing is crucial for student engagement and understanding.

Accommodations vs. Modifications

Accommodations involve adaptations that maintain original educational goals and standards.
Modifications change the expectations and standards of learning objectives.

Types of Learning

Discrimination: Recognizing and differentiating stimuli.
Factual: Memorization and recall of specific information.
Rule: Understanding and applying established rules in various contexts.
Procedural: Learning via step-by-step processes.
Conceptual: Applying overarching concepts in new scenarios.

Learning Adaptations: Discrimination

Use examples and nonexamples to clarify concepts.
Incorporate models and prompts to guide understanding.
Highlight relevant characteristics for better distinctions.

Learning Adaptations: Factual

Emphasize repetition and regular practice for retention.
Organize information into manageable clusters.
Implement distributed practice alongside frequent review sessions.

Learning Adaptations: Rule

Engage students in practicing rules with ongoing feedback.
Demonstrate the application of rules through real-life examples.
Utilize mnemonic devices to reinforce rule retention.

Learning Adaptations: Procedural

Model procedures for effective learning.
Provide written step-by-step reminders.
Incorporate drills and acronyms to aid memory and skill execution.

Learning Adaptations: Concept

Teach important rules and discriminations for clarity.
Offer diverse examples alongside nonexamples for illustration.
Use concrete, relatable examples to deepen understanding.

Problem Solving

Involves identifying solutions in situations lacking a clear strategy.

Critical Thinking

Active reasoning to understand concepts, evaluate information, or develop new ideas or solutions.

Acquisition

Focus on accuracy and the acquisition of foundational knowledge (e.g., score benchmarks).

Instructional Strategies: Acquisition

Slow down instructional pace while providing ample practice opportunities.
Demonstrate concepts to enhance understanding.
Reinforce correct answers to promote learning.

Fluency

Defined as achieving accuracy within a certain time limit (e.g., 90% accuracy in under two minutes).

Instructional Strategies: Fluency

Increase the instructional pace to build fluency.
Encourage timed practice responses to reinforce speed and accuracy.
Reward rapid, accurate answers for further motivation.

Generalization

The ability to apply learned skills in new and varied contexts.

Instructional Strategies: Generalization

Ensure mastery of skills before applying them in novel situations.
Use diverse examples to solidify understanding.
Encourage peer support and active role-play practices.

Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

Curriculum and instructional design that accommodates a range of learner abilities and backgrounds.

Guiding Principles for UDL

Provide multiple means of engagement to foster personal relevance and motivation.
Offer diverse representation methods to cater to varied perceptions and learning styles.

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