Differentiated Instruction @ Work: Chapter 2 Reflection: The chapter makes three asse...

Reflection #2

 I am of the same opinion as statement #1 Age and grade level are not indicative of a child's learning ability. As teachers we know just because they are placed in a certain grade level, doesn’t at all mean they are performing ON grade level. I too agree with statement #2 High quality curriculum and instruction are vital. I believe both are equally important.  Learning takes place when the knowledge taught is clear, organized, highly active, and relevant.

#3 Even when knowledge is presented as stated above in #2, students all make meaning of what is taught differently and at different times. Classrooms today, are comprised of DIVERSE students. Opportunities no matter how big or small have to be given to each and every student… only then will we be able to recognize their true potential. As teachers we also have to be equipped to utilize multi-sensory approaches for each our learners.

-Blanca Gonzalez

Differentiated Instruction @ Work: Chapter 2 Reflection: The chapter makes three asse...

Reflection #2

 I am of the same opinion as statement #1 Age and grade level are not indicative of a child's learning ability. As teachers we know just because they are placed in a certain grade level, doesn’t at all mean they are performing ON grade level. I too agree with statement #2 High quality curriculum and instruction are vital. I believe both are equally important.  Learning takes place when the knowledge taught is clear, organized, highly active, and relevant.

#3 Even when knowledge is presented as stated above in #2, students all make meaning of what is taught differently and at different times. Classrooms today, are comprised of DIVERSE students. Opportunities no matter how big or small have to be given to each and every student… only then will we be able to recognize their true potential. As teachers we also have to be equipped to utilize multi-sensory approaches for each our learners.

-Blanca Gonzalez

Differentiated Instruction @ Work: Essential Question: How do you effectively reach E...

Differentiated Instruction @ Work: Essential Question: How do you effectively reach E...: Essential Question: How do you effectively reach EVERY student in a heterogeneous environment?

Today's classroom is comprised of countless students, all with very diverse learning styles. The teaching methods have undergone extreme change reflective of the makeup of the typical classroom. Teachers need to encounter and engage their students, with a certain ample opportunity to excel and thrive within their learning environment.

A teacher can no longer just teach the curriculum. They must attempt to reach every student utilizing a variety of methods and strategies. Not all students are learn equally the same, some thrive through kinesthetic learning, tactile, rote, and multi-sensory approaches. So we must infuse all the above approaches and methods when teaching students.

The classroom should be a place that is comfortable, and where all students feel confident. This will allow all students to potentially be able to appreciate the classroom dynamic, and adapt their learning styles to fit in with the curriculum, and like that every student will learn and be reached.

*Blanca Gonzalez

Differentiated Instruction @ Work: Essential Question: How do you effectively reach E...

Differentiated Instruction @ Work: Essential Question: How do you effectively reach E...: Essential Question: How do you effectively reach EVERY student in a heterogeneous environment?

Today's classroom is comprised of countless students, all with very diverse learning styles. The teaching methods have undergone extreme change reflective of the makeup of the typical classroom. Teachers need to encounter and engage their students, with a certain ample opportunity to excel and thrive within their learning environment.

A teacher can no longer just teach the curriculum. They must attempt to reach every student utilizing a variety of methods and strategies. Not all students are learn equally the same, some thrive through kinesthetic learning, tactile, rote, and multi-sensory approaches. So we must infuse all the above approaches and methods when teaching students.

The classroom should be a place that is comfortable, and where all students feel confident. This will allow all students to potentially be able to appreciate the classroom dynamic, and adapt their learning styles to fit in with the curriculum, and like that every student will learn and be reached.

*Blanca Gonzalez