This course introduces the concept of differentiation and analyses examples of adaptation of lesson content, teaching methodology, learning outcomes, resources and assessment.
It will examine how the language arts heirachy can be utilised to enhance essential skills in constructing meaning and explore differentiated aspects of the Language Experience approach.
Over the final three lessons the course will look at aspects of differentiation in detail in the subjects of mathematics, SESE and Visual Arts and PE. Teachers will be provided with practical suggestions for developing key skills and will examine ways of creating differentiated approaches to enhance success in learning for all.
Through this course teachers will be enabled to:
- Build up knowledge and skills for the varying of content, activities, methodology and resources while taking into account the range of abilities, interests, needs and experiences of pupils.
- Develop skills in integrating a language arts approach that incorporates listening, oral language expression, reading and written expression.
- Adapt activities for student success at every level that incorporate experiences of mathematical reasoning as well as mathematical calculation.
- Guide pupils to investigate history, geography and science using source materials, evidence gathering activities, mapping skills and categorisation and recording information.
- Assist and support children with varied abilities who have challenges in co-ordination, self-management, attention and motor skill difficulties to take part successfully in differentiated activities.