As I am continuing my education in the Elementary Education program at UVU, I have found that almost all of my classes include some kind of differentiation for students.
There are times when you would change the lesson to cater towards the learning disables, second language learners, and even the gifted/talented or fast-finishers.
I had no idea the importance of differentiated for all these different kind of learners until now.
As I was reading my book for "Teaching ESL" students, a thought popped into my head, "This is differentiation, all of it" It really is. Teaching, as a whole, is giving students the opportunity to focus on their learning, help direct and teach that learning, and get so involved in their learning that it becomes apart of them, just like differentiation, differs a lesson to fit the learning style of each student, to create a more engaging and powerful lesson.
I know this is a quick post, but I just had to write down that thought. Differentiation is in every subject, every tool, and every lesson, if we do it right. It's about giving power where power is needed, along with support that is seen and physically felt.
I'm SO glad you are finding connections everywhere. Unfortunately, not all teachers find them -- or eve LOOK for them! You are right though! Good thinking! (3 pts.)
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