Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Week # 7
What do you, individually, still need to know and understand in order to tier (differentiate) a lesson of your own choosing? I really liked the lesson last week and it made me see how differentiating works in a lesson format. I understand how you go about getting to know students strengths, backgrounds, and interests, but I don't know how you determine how the grouping would be done? Also I wonder how you would tier groups without making the students feel that they are in the lower group and if put in another one they are the smart group ? Students can figure out which group is which easily. I'm still confused about how this type of lesson is set up and what you need to do to prepare for it? I also worry about knowing when to differentiate and when it's okay to teach for the whole class? I know that it will take practice and think it will become clearer once I actually teach a real lesson. I just need more confidence in myself and what I'm doing, as well as, a better understanding of how I can be successful in differentiating for so many students.
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All of the answers to your questions are IN the reading that you've already done. I think you are "second-guessing" yourself. Don't. The hallmarks answer all of this, as well. Don't forget you have them. Review them. You'll see. If you don't, then you've allowed your fears to cripple you, and your students won't know the depth of goodness you can bring to their lives. The only way to learn how to do this is to TRY iT. change what needs changing, throughout what flops, repeat what works, and keep on trying. Don't let these questions turn into excuses for not making a difference. 4 points
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