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A Differentiated Learning Environment

Marie Johnston, Nate Bushnell, Pam Goshert, Stephanie Kreider, Tina Barnhart

Overview

A Differentiated Learning Environment (power point)

Characteristics of a DLE

Learning Environments that Support Differentiated Instruction (pdf)

Class Ideas for Strategies for Different Student Scenarios

Differentiated Learning Strategies (pdf)

Resources and Links

Schniedewind N., and Davidson E. (2002). Differentiating Cooperative Learning. Educational Leadership, 58.  Retrieved June 12, 2007 from http://www.ascd.org/portal/site/index.jsp.

This article discusses how to differentiate cooperative learning groups.  It provides many ideas and examples.  It also shows some of the challenges that may arise when differentiating cooperative learning groups and how to overcome these challenges.

Tomlinson, C.A. (1999). The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners. Alexandria, VA: ASCD.

This book takes an in-depth look at differentiation in the classroom.  It was specifically used to look at learning environments that support differentiated instruction.  It provided many ideas and strategies to use to create this environment which will help all students be successful.

Wehrmann, K.S. (2002). Baby Steps: A Beginner’s Guide.  Education Leadership, 58. Retrieved June 12, 2007 from http://www.ascd.org/portal/site/index.jsp.

This article gives ideas to change one’s classroom into a differentiated classroom while taking small steps.  It gives practical changes and examples that can be made and used in the classroom.

WGBH. (2002). Misunderstood Minds. Retrieved June 12, 2007 from www.pbs.org/wgbh/misunderstoodminds.

This website provides video clips.  The video clips provide visual, auditory, and memory activities.  It allows the participant to be part of the activities with a limited environment and reflect on how he/she feels with the limitations.

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