Judy picked the Algebra/Geometry – Pythagorean Theorem to use for differentiating instruction. She used the wood shop as an alternative to the math classroom for learning content. Using a real world settiing to learn a skills helps students understand the practical application. Changing the process of learning the theorm was across three different choices. The product was differentiated through three different hands-on activities. I think using practical, concrete examples to learn a math concept is invaluable!!
Jerrie chose Biology II - Studying Mammals to use for differentiated instruction. One thing that I noticed as I read the book was that there were not very many examples for differentiating content. Jerrie agreed. She is using different ways to present the material which will help address more than one learning style. In the process section of her activity, she is incorporating three different learning styles: visual, bodily kinesthetic and auditory. This is excellent approach for all students. Finally, in the product section, Jerrie chose to use tow alternate ways to assess. The students will be allowed to show what they learned instead of taking a test. Allowing students to learn in a way that enhances their learning will result in increased mastery and higher state assessment scores.
If you are participating in the book study, "Differentiating the High School Classroom" you will need to post your responses under the HPEC PLC blog. Staff other than secondary interrelated are participating.
I was just making sure I could get into the blog.
ReplyDeleteI don't see all of the information that was on the screen yesterday. BUT I am probably lost as usual..
ReplyDeleteI started reading the book - where do I go to find the assignments over the chapters?
ReplyDeleteJerrie,
ReplyDeleteI finally got logged on to the blog site. I will respond to your email tomorrow.
Jerrie they are under the HPEC PLC. Try there.
ReplyDeleteJudy picked the Algebra/Geometry – Pythagorean Theorem to use for differentiating instruction.
ReplyDeleteShe used the wood shop as an alternative to the math classroom for learning content. Using a real world settiing to learn a skills helps students understand the practical application. Changing the process of learning the theorm was across three different choices. The product was differentiated through three different hands-on activities. I think using practical, concrete examples to learn a math concept is invaluable!!
OK, I just figured out spell check doesn't show up on the blog - I will be more careful in the future!
ReplyDeleteJerrie chose Biology II - Studying Mammals to use for differentiated instruction.
ReplyDeleteOne thing that I noticed as I read the book was that there were not very many examples for differentiating content. Jerrie agreed. She is using different ways to present the material which will help address more than one learning style. In the process section of her activity, she is incorporating three different learning styles: visual, bodily kinesthetic and auditory. This is excellent approach for all students. Finally, in the product section, Jerrie chose to use tow alternate ways to assess. The students will be allowed to show what they learned instead of taking a test. Allowing students to learn in a way that enhances their learning will result in increased mastery and higher state assessment scores.
Greeting,
ReplyDeleteI finally got set up on the blog. Too much painting at home. I will post in a day or so. Have a good week.
If you are participating in the book study, "Differentiating the High School Classroom" you will need to post your responses under the HPEC PLC blog. Staff other than secondary interrelated are participating.
ReplyDeleteHAs Gail opened the new discuss on the I read it but I don't get it?
ReplyDeleteNo, we will post the discussion question starting Feb. 11th, next Friday. We are finishing up the secondary book study.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
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