It's the "D" word. Differentiation. (cue music indicating villain approaching). After years of looking at it, trying it, and finally coming to the startling conclusion that it's just good teaching, I found this.
In a post by Rebecca Alber, many of my thoughts were put into easily recognized scenarios: Is it fair? Better keep resource files on hand (graphic organizers and such) because it often has to happen on the spot when you see a student struggling and giving up. Research the students' files until you feel like Sherlock Holmes. And ask questions of the student, his/her former teachers, and the parents at home.
I still think we should call it something like "common sense goals" but since everyone is already using differentiation, I'll keep using the foul language.
1 comment:
Andrea - You had commented on my blog that you have enjoyed using Wordle. Do you have a copy of an assignment + rubric that I could see? I'd like to use it but have no idea how to set it up.
Judy G.
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