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What You'll Learn
When one-size-fits-all teaching falls short, explore how to use data and frameworks to design personalized learning experiences for every student.
Key takeaways
- Understand the four entry points to differentiated instruction and how to use them effectively
- Leverage data and learning frameworks to tailor instructional outcomes for diverse learners
- Debunk differentiation misconceptions related to the simplification or lowering of curriculum standards
- Measure the impact of your differentiated instruction to ensure student progress
- Create flexible and inclusive learning pathways that accommodate a range of student needs
Unlocking student potentialDifferentiated instruction is more than just a teaching trend; it’s an essential approach that helps meet the diverse needs of students, but that is often misunderstood. By customizing instruction based on individual needs, interests, and abilities, teachers can unlock the full potential of their classrooms and ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.
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Empowering every learnerWhen executed effectively, differentiated instruction fosters a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Students benefit from tailored support, which boosts their confidence and helps them progress at their own pace. This method not only improves student outcomes but also makes teaching more rewarding by helping teachers see the direct impact of their strategies.
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Creating learning pathwaysIn this course, you'll explore the foundational concepts of differentiated instruction, and use data and frameworks to design multiple pathways for students to engage with content. Through practical exercises, we'll develop strategic plans that create meaningful opportunities for all learners, ensuring you can implement differentiation with confidence and clarity in your classroom.
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Schedule and Topics
This course is open for participation from February 24 to May 5, 2025, with new topics opening at regular intervals. While you can move through the course at your own pace, we find that 2 hours per topic works best for most participants.
Course begins
Participants who are registered prior to the course start date will receive course login details by February 24, when participation begins. For more information on access and participation, please visit our FAQ page.
Preview an introductory video from the course:
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Topic 1
Introduction to Differentiated Instruction
Discover the Fixed Flex Principal/le |
Topic 2
Learning the Landscape
Using learning frameworks to design differentiated instruction |
Topic 3
Data-Dependent Differentiation
Discover how data can inform our differentiated instruction choices |
Topic 4
Differentiating Tasks & Methods: Content, Process, Product
Explore the what and how of planning and implementing differentiated instruction |
Topic 5
Differentiating Tasks and Leveled Reading
Discover differentiated reading strategies |
Topic 6
Differentiating Instruction and Effective Group Work
Understand how to make the most of group work throughout the planning and implementation process. |
Course ends
Course participation ends and assignments close on April 21. During the two weeks after this date, final grades and certificates will be processed.
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Meet Your Facilitator
Dr. Roberta Lenger KangDr. Kang started her coaching career in 2006, after nearly a decade of teaching in Denver, CO and NYC schools. In her role as CPET's Executive Director, Roberta cultivates partnerships with schools, districts, and organizations in critical areas of focus, including: developing academic rigor, refining literacy in high school, creating meaningful instruction for high-stakes assessments, and leveraging city and state mandates for authentic school change. You can reach her at [email protected].
"Differentiating instruction is about the art and science of matching students with their just-right task, text, and topic. When done well appears effortless, but it takes a lot of work behind the scenes." |
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Take Your Next Steps
This opportunity is designed for K-12 educators to grow independently, or as part of a team. Still have questions? Check out our FAQ page, or contact us at [email protected]. We look forward to working alongside you!