Section 4 Flashcards
Applying Differentiation Instructional Strategies
Differentiation
An attempt to address the variation of learners in the classroom through multiple approaches that modify instruction and curriculum to match the individual needs of students
Content
Refers to the knowledge, understanding, and skills (KUD) students are expected to acquire
Process
Focuses on how students make sense of and internalize the content
Product
Refers to how students demonstrate their understanding of the content
Affect/Learning Environment
Encompasses the physical and emotional atmosphere of the classroom
Adaptation
A change made to the learning environment, available equipment, or how assignments/ assessments are completed by a student
Accomodation
A change made to the way instruction is delivered or to the way curriculum is accessed by a student
Modifications
A change to the content and skills that students are expected to learn/master
Gifted and Talented
Demonstrates exceptional abilities in one or more areas, such as intellectual, creative, artistic, leadership, or specific academic fields
English Learners (ELs)
Individuals who are learning English as a second (or third, etc.) language; individuals may have varying levels of proficiency in English and may need additional support to access the curriculum
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
A neurodevelopment disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity; students with ADHD ay struggle with focus, organization, and time management
Learning Disability
A neurologically based processing disorder that can interfere with a specific area of learning, such as reading, writing, or math
Competency-Based Education (CBE)
Candidates progress through courses as soon as they can prove they have mastered the material, rather than advancing only when the semester or term ends; candidates who can learn faster, spend more time on schoolwork, or lean on knowledge they already have from previous work or school experience can accelerate through courses
Competency
The capability to apply or use a set of related knowledge, skill, abilities, and intellectual behaviors required to successfully perform tasks in a defined setting
Culturally Responsive Teaching
An approach that acknowledges and values students’ customs, characteristics, experiences, and perspectives to improve classroom instruction
Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (CRP)
A teaching method that recognizes that students learn differently and that these differences are connected to their family structure, cultural identity, language, and background
