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Course Description

This course equips educators with practical strategies to design and implement differentiated tasks that meet diverse student needs. Participants will explore key frameworks such as Tomlinson’s Differentiation Model and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The course covers adapting tasks based on student readiness and interests, using technology to enhance engagement, and sustaining differentiation through reflection and goal-setting.



Audience

Primary School Teachers 


Teaching Standards

1.5.2 Proficient Level - Know students and how they learn - Differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across the full range of abilities:  Develop teaching activities that incorporate differentiated strategies to meet the specific learning needs of students across the full range of abilities

3.1.2 Proficient Level - Plan for and implement Effective Teaching and Learning - Establish challenging learning goals:  Set explicit, challenging and achievable learning goals for all students




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Participant Feedback


"This course has built my capacity on how to differentiate at different tiered levels using a variety of learning tools."



"Excellent examples on how to differentiate lessons for diverse learners."



"Very relevant and practical tips."

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Learning Objectives

    • Teaching Standards

  • 2

    Module 1: Introduction to Differentiated Classroom Tasks

    • Carol Ann Tomlinson's Framework for Differentiation

    • Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences

    • Other Key Ideas for Differentiation

    • Activity for Teachers

    • Reference List for Module 1
  • 3

    Module 2: Principles of Differentiated Classroom Tasks

    • Adapting for Readiness

    • Building Interest-Based Tasks

    • Multiple Modes of Engagement

    • Flexible Output Options

    • Practical Tools

    • Scenario Activity - Differentiating a Literacy Task Based on Readiness

    • Activity for Teachers

    • Reference List for Module 2
  • 4

    Module 3: Designing and Implementing Differentiated Tasks

    • Creating Tiered Tasks with Varying Levels of Difficulty

    • Developing Interest-Based Tasks that Connect with Student Passions

    • Strategies for Managing a Classroom with Diverse Tasks Happening Simultaneously

    • Activity for Teachers

    • Reference List for Module 3
  • 5

    Module 4: Technology in Differentiation

    • Using Technology to Create Differentiated Tasks

    • Digital Choice Boards

    • Creative Tools for Outputs

    • Technology for Engagement and Accessibility

    • Assistive Tools

    • Scenario Activity - Choosing Technology Tools for Differentiation

    • Class Activity

    • Activity for Teachers

    • Reference List for Module 4
  • 6

    Module 5: Reflection and Next Steps

    • Reflecting on Differentiated Practices

    • Tracking Impact on Student Learning

    • Setting Goals for Continuous Improvement

    • Sustaining Differentiation Practices

    • Reference List for Module 5
  • 7

    Course Feedback

    • Course Feedback

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