Differentiate Your Lesson

All learners have different needs and start at different levels. Effective teachers anticipate the most common differentiation needs and plan accordingly.

Key Points

• Differentiation is not only for students receiving special education services.
• What kinds of different learners can you expect during your Demo?
• Why it is essential to plan for different learners?
• Examples of simple accommodations for different learners you can make during your Demo.

Insider Tips

Always preview new vocabulary with students during the Direct Instruction (a.k.a., “I Do”) section of the lesson. Have visuals defining key terms available.