The idea behind differentiated instruction is that
a variety of teaching and learning strategies are necessary to meet the range
of needs evident in any given classroom.
The INCLUDE strategy for differentiating instruction for students with special needs in general education classroom follows 7 steps. 1. Identify classroom demands. 2. Note students learning strengths and needs. 3. Check for potential areas of student’s success. 4. Look for potential problem areas. 5. Use info to brainstorm ways to differentiate instruction. 6. Differentiate instruction. 7. Evaluate student progress.
Instructional accommodations typically are defined as supports provided to help students gain full access to class content and instruction, and to demonstrate accurately what they know.
Inclusion is a classroom environment that incorporates the participation, friendship, and interaction of students with disabilities in general education settings.
With inclusion, special educators co-teach in general education classrooms, and all children see them as a resource. Productive learning communities are formed. Special needs children are more motivated to use specific strategies when they see that these are the strategies all learners use.
The plan of action should address the writer as a whole and most certainly begin working with the students areas of strength of mind
Scala, M. (2001). Working together: Reading and writing in inclusive classrooms. Newark, DE.: International Reading Association
Cruz, C. (2008). A quick guide to reaching struggling writers. Heinemann.
Friend, M. (2012). Including students with special needs a practical guide for classroom teachers. (6th ed.). North Carolina: Pearson.
The INCLUDE strategy for differentiating instruction for students with special needs in general education classroom follows 7 steps. 1. Identify classroom demands. 2. Note students learning strengths and needs. 3. Check for potential areas of student’s success. 4. Look for potential problem areas. 5. Use info to brainstorm ways to differentiate instruction. 6. Differentiate instruction. 7. Evaluate student progress.
Instructional accommodations typically are defined as supports provided to help students gain full access to class content and instruction, and to demonstrate accurately what they know.
Inclusion is a classroom environment that incorporates the participation, friendship, and interaction of students with disabilities in general education settings.
With inclusion, special educators co-teach in general education classrooms, and all children see them as a resource. Productive learning communities are formed. Special needs children are more motivated to use specific strategies when they see that these are the strategies all learners use.
The plan of action should address the writer as a whole and most certainly begin working with the students areas of strength of mind
Scala, M. (2001). Working together: Reading and writing in inclusive classrooms. Newark, DE.: International Reading Association
Cruz, C. (2008). A quick guide to reaching struggling writers. Heinemann.
Friend, M. (2012). Including students with special needs a practical guide for classroom teachers. (6th ed.). North Carolina: Pearson.