Effective Differentiation for Whole Class Instruction

This workshop addresses strategies and methodologies for differentiating instruction, aiming to maximize learning by meeting diverse student needs. Participants will explore practical differentiation methods such as formative assessment, strategic questioning, and multiple modes of instructional delivery. They will learn to tailor instructional practices to accommodate varied learning styles, readiness levels, and interests. The session emphasizes effective lesson planning, visible thinking routines, and ways to increase student engagement through targeted interactions. Participants will leave equipped to apply these strategies directly into their classroom environments.

• Ineffective or inadequate differentiation strategies in classroom instruction.
  
  
• Inability to engage diverse learners due to limited instructional methods.
  
  
• Difficulty in accurately assessing student understanding and readiness levels.
  

1. Differentiation Techniques and Strategies
   Participants will gain insights into effective differentiation practices including multiple instructional modalities (oral, visual, kinetic), scaffolded questioning, and structured student interactions.
   
   
2. Formative Assessment for Instructional Decisions
   Teachers will learn how to employ formative assessment techniques to gauge student understanding and tailor instructional strategies accordingly.
   
   
3. Visible Thinking and Questioning Routines
   Educators will learn how to implement visible thinking routines to scaffold student thought processes and leverage intentional questioning to support learners at various cognitive levels.